Behavioral Health Associate — Caring Impact & Growth Path

Acadia Healthcare; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 24,796 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company paid short term disability

Earned wage access

401(k) plan, with a company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee assistance program

Ongoing training and career growth opp

Job summary

Harboroaks seeks a Behavioral Health Associate to support patient safety and recovery in a structured, team-oriented setting. You will provide direct patient care under clinical leadership and help maintain a therapeutic environment that promotes healing and trust.

This role emphasizes empathy, professionalism, and prompt response to patient needs, with opportunities for growth within a large behavioral health network.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required or preferred.
• Six months of experience working with a similar patient population preferred.
• CPR and de escalation and restraint certification required. Training provided upon hire
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership
• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional approach with patients and team members
• Address patient concerns promptly and respectfully to support satisfaction and safety
• Recognize and respond to patient needs with safety as a top priority

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Restraint training

Job description

Harboroaks seeks a Behavioral Health Associate to support patient safety and recovery in a structured, team-oriented setting. You will provide direct patient care under clinical leadership and help maintain a therapeutic environment that promotes healing and trust.

This role emphasizes empathy, professionalism, and prompt response to patient needs, with opportunities for growth within a large behavioral health network.