Behavioral Health Assistant - 17475

Penn Highlands Healthcare; Du Bois (NE); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Professional Development

25% discount on all services

Job summary

Penn Highlands Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Assistant in Du Bois, Nebraska. The role involves assisting and providing patient care while utilizing standards of care under nursing supervision.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate crisis de-escalation skills and facilitate group activities with patients. Competitive compensation, benefits, and a supportive team environment are offered.

Qualifications

• Ability to de-escalate crisis situations.
• Ability to work with culturally-diverse families.
• Previous Behavioral Health experience or enrollment in a relevant program.

Responsibilities

• Assist and provide patient care under nursing supervision.
• Maintain a calm and professional approach.
• Conduct group activities with patients.

Skills

Crisis de-escalation

Cultural sensitivity

Group activity facilitation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Healthcare Provider (CPR) certification

Comprehensive Crisis Management certification

Job description

The Behavioral Health Assistant, under the supervision of professional nursing personnel, assists and provides patient care utilizing standards of care. Ability to de-escalate crisis situations, maintain the milieu with a calm and professional approach. Provide redirection, utilize de-escalation techniques. Ability to conduct group activities with patients.

Qualificiations

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to de-escalate crisis situations; Ability to work with culturally-diverse families and communities with the ability to be culturally sensitive, compassionate, and non-judgmental. Ability to maintain the milieu with a calm and professional approach, provide redirection, utilize de-escalation techniques along with separation. Works well under pressure and consistently demonstrate a pleasant and professional demeanor. Ability to conduct group activities with patients Healthcare Provider (CPR) certification and Comprehensive Crisis Management certification within 6 months of start date in department/position
• Previous Behavioral Health experience OR enrolled in an associates or bachelors program.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation based on experience
• Shift Differentials
• Professional Development
• Supportive and Experienced Peers

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision offered the first month after start date
• Paid Time Off
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Flex Spending Account
• 25% discount on all services at Penn Highlands Healthcare facilities
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health & Wellness Programs