Behavioral Health Associate 1

Geisinger; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is hiring Behavioral Health Associates for a new mental health facility in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This role involves delivering personal care under supervision, ensuring patient safety, and providing empathetic support to patients. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and experience with similar populations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with specific patient population preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver personal care services under supervision.
• Ensure patient well-being and maintain a positive environment.
• Document clinical information accurately.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Customer Service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Acadia Healthcare is a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services across the United States. Operating a network of over 250 facilities with approximately 11,100 beds in 39 states and Puerto Rico, we serve about 75,000 patients daily with more than 23,000 employees, making us the largest stand-alone behavioral health company in the U.S.

Our purpose is to Lead Care With Light, and our mission is to be a world-class organization setting the standard for excellence in mental health and addiction treatment. We aim to be industry thought leaders, providing compassionate and innovative care.

Opening in Fall 2025, Capitol Park Mental Health Hospital, a 144-bed facility located at the former Bethesda Hospital site, will offer inpatient, intensive outpatient, and partial hospitalization mental health treatments.

Behavioral Health Associates (BHAs) are responsible for delivering personal care services under clinical or nursing supervision. They must demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude, promptly address patient needs and complaints, and prioritize patient safety.

Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrate urgency regarding patient safety and deliver excellent customer service.
2. Ensure patient well-being and maintain a positive, supportive, and structured environment.
3. Conduct safety checks and supervise patients at 15-minute intervals or as per individualized guidelines.
4. Accurately document clinical information in patient records.
5. Assist in creating a safe and comfortable environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
6. Interact with patients, observe behaviors, and communicate significant observations to nursing staff.
7. Assist patients with daily activities such as toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, and nutrition.
8. Record vital signs, height, and weight as assigned.
9. Facilitate educational and rehabilitative groups on topics like social skills, coping, anger management, and independent living.
10. Engage patients in activities aligned with their treatment goals.
11. Complete documentation and follow-up on incidents and events.
12. Transport patients or coordinate transportation as needed.
13. Maintain a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude at all times, prioritizing patient safety and satisfaction.

Other Functions:

Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months or more experience working with the facility's specific patient population preferred.

Licenses/Certifications:

• CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training provided upon hire).
• First aid certification may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Management reserves the right to modify duties as needed. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of protected characteristics.