Behavioral Health Associate - Addiction Recovery

Anabranch Recovery Center; Terre Haute (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

EOE / Veterans encouraged

Job summary

Anabranch Recovery Center in Terre Haute, IN is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate to join our multidisciplinary team. The BHA monitors client behaviors, provides continuous client care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling, and assists in data collection and reporting while responding to crises.

You’ll promote safety, support recovery goals, lead therapeutic groups on coping skills and independent living, welcome new clients, assist with admissions and transportation, and ensure

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 6 months experience as a BHA preferred.
• Prior experience working with psychiatric, behavioral health, or addiction recovery populations required.
• Knowledge of psychiatric disorders, dual diagnoses, and treatment modalities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote safety & wellbeing: Ensure constant awareness and supervision of clients, conduct safety checks, and manage valuables per facility guidelines.
• Support recovery goals: Engage with clients in activities that encourage participation, independence, and progress toward treatment goals.
• Lead therapeutic groups: Facilitate educational and rehabilitative groups on coping skills, social skills, anger management, and independent living skills.
• Be a trusted guide: Welcome new clients, introduce programs and peers, and encourage participation in activities that foster growth and community.
• Provide hands-on support: Assist with admissions, discharges, transportation, daily living needs, and recreational activities with safety and structure.
• Communicate & document: Observe client behavior, report changes, document records accurately, and provide detailed shift reports for continuity of care.
• De-escalate with care: Apply de-escalation techniques to manage emotions and behaviors respectfully.
• Enhance client experience: Offer new activity ideas, help plan diverse therapeutic programs, and set up resources and equipment for recreation.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Behavioral health

Documentation

Group facilitation

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Behavioral Health Associate - Addiction Recovery | Anabranch Recovery Center | Terre Haute, IndianaAbout the Job:The Behavioral Health Associate serves as an integral part of the multidisciplinary treatment team and is responsible for monitoring and reporting of client behaviors; providing continuous client care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling; assisting in client data collection, recording, and maintenance; and responding in crisis situations and medical emergencies as needed.Roles and Responsibilities:Do you want to make a difference in the lives of individuals on their journey to recovery? As a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA), you’ll play a vital role in creating a safe, supportive, and structured environment where clients can heal, grow, and achieve their treatment goals.What We’re Looking ForHigh school diploma or equivalent required.6 months experience as a BHA preferredPrior experience working with the population served (psychiatric, behavioral health, or addiction recovery) required.Knowledge of psychiatric disorders, dual diagnoses, and treatment modalities preferred.Why Join Us?At our facility, you’ll be more than staff—you’ll be a mentor, supporter, and motivator for individuals working toward stability and independence. This is an opportunity to grow your career in behavioral healthcare while making a meaningful impact every single day.What You’ll DoPromote safety & wellbeing: Ensure constant awareness and supervision of clients, conduct safety checks, and manage valuables in accordance with facility guidelines.Support recovery goals: Engage with clients in meaningful activities that encourage participation, independence, and progress toward treatment goals.Lead therapeutic groups: Facilitate educational and rehabilitative groups on topics such as coping skills, social skills, anger management, and independent living skills.Be a trusted guide: Welcome new clients, introduce them to programs and peers, and encourage participation in activities that foster growth and community.Provide hands-on support: Assist with admissions, discharges, transportation, daily living needs, and recreational activities—all while ensuring safety and structure.Communicate & document: Observe client behavior, report changes or concerns, document records accurately, and provide detailed shift reports to ensure continuity of care.De-escalate with care: Apply de-escalation techniques to help manage emotions and behaviors in a respectful, professional manner.Enhance client experience: Offer new activity ideas, help plan diverse therapeutic programs, and set up resources and equipment for recreational activities.#INBHAWhy Anabranch Recovery Center?Anabranch Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and a competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Qualified candidates should apply by submitting a resume. Anabranch Recovery Center is an EOE.Veterans and military spouses are highly encouraged to apply. Summit BHC is dedicated to serving Veterans with specialized programming at our treatment centers across the country. We recognize and value the unique strengths of the military community in supporting our mission to serve those who have served.