Behavioral Health Associate 7am-7:30pm -with Shift Diff

Harboroaks; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness plans

401(k) plan with company match

Paid Time Off

Professional Growth opportunities

Job summary

Harboroaks in Detroit, Michigan is looking for a Behavioral Health Associate to provide personal care services and ensure patient safety. The role involves documenting clinical information, engaging patients in therapeutic activities, and maintaining a supportive environment. A high school diploma is required, with preference for candidates holding a Bachelor's degree. Applicants must have CPR and de-escalation certifications, with training provided upon hire. This position offers a rewarding opportunity in a leading mental health facility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Six months or more experience working with the specific population is preferred.
• CPR certification and de-escalation training are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care services to patients under clinical direction.
• Conduct safety checks and document clinical information accurately.
• Engage patients in activities to achieve treatment goals.

Skills

Empathy

Customer service

Observation

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation and restraint certification

Job description

Overview

WHY JOIN STONE CREST?

We are Detroit's leading Mental Health and Psychiatric Hospital offering comprehensive inpatient treatment for adolescents, adults, and seniors. Our programming addresses behavioral and mental health concerns, as well as co-occurring substance use disorders (SUD).

Schedule:

12 HOUR SHIFTS - 3 DAYS A WEEK - with Shift Diffential

Total Rewards for our Behavioral Health Associate's Include:

• Health & Wellness – Take care of yourself and your loved ones with medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Ready– Secure your future with our 401(k) plan and company match—it’s never too early to start planning for tomorrow.
• Paid Time Off – Recharge with a PTO package that includes vacation, sick days, and extended sick leave.
• Professional Growth– Step into an industry-leading opportunity with growth potential like no other.

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Responsible for providing personal care services to patients at the facility under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrate a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety and provide excellent customer services.
• Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment.
• Responsible for conducting safety checks and ensuring that supervision is conducted at 15 minute intervals, as noted in special precautions, or in accordance with individualized supervision guidelines as needed.
• Document timely, accurate and appropriate clinical information in patient's medical record.
• Assist in providing a safe, secure and comfortable environment for patients, significant others and staff.

• Interact routine with patients, observe behaviors and communicate significant observations to nursing staff.
• May oversee or assist patients with activities of daily living, including toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, meals, snacks, hydration and changing bed linens.
• May obtain patient's vital signs, height and weight as assigned and document in patient record.
• Facilitate patient educational-rehabilitative groups which cover a variety of topics including social skills, coping skills, anger management and independent living skills.
• Engage patients in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals.

• Complete and maintain required documentation. Assist with follow-up and paperwork as required on incidents and events that may take place in the facility.
• May provide transportation for patient or coordinate transportation with appropriate staff member.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

· Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

· High school diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor’s Degree Preferred

· Six months or more experience working with the specific population of the facility preferred.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

· CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).

· First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

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