Behavioral Health Associate: Compassionate Care & Growth

Acadia Healthcare; Pontotoc (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Earned wage access

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Employee assistance

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) to join our team in Pontotoc, MS. You will provide direct patient care under clinical or nursing leadership, maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment while supporting recovery and patient safety.

This role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and accountability, with predictable schedules and opportunities for professional growth in a large behavioral health network.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of experience 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.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) to join our team in Pontotoc, MS. You will provide direct patient care under clinical or nursing leadership, maintaining a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment while supporting recovery and patient safety.

This role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and accountability, with predictable schedules and opportunities for professional growth in a large behavioral health network.