Behavioral Health Associate: Crisis Intervention & Client Support

Las-Cruces-Recovery-Center; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Las Cruces Recovery Center in Las Cruces, NM seeks a Behavioral Health Associate I for full-time on-site work. You will support the multidisciplinary treatment team by monitoring client behaviors, providing continuous care, supervision, and crisis response.

Responsibilities include safety checks, documentation, conducting group activities, and assisting with admissions, transfers, and discharge planning; CPR and de-escalation training are required or provided.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months or more experience with the target population preferred.
• Knowledge of psychiatric disorders and treatment modalities preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report client behaviors.
• Provide continuous client care and supervision.
• Assist in crisis situations and emergencies.
• Maintain accurate client records and documentation.
• Engage clients in group activities and education.
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharge planning.

Skills

Client supervision

Crisis intervention

Record keeping

Group facilitation

Education

High School Diploma

CPR Certification

De-escalation training

First aid training

Job description

Las Cruces Recovery Center in Las Cruces, NM seeks a Behavioral Health Associate I for full-time on-site work. You will support the multidisciplinary treatment team by monitoring client behaviors, providing continuous care, supervision, and crisis response.

Responsibilities include safety checks, documentation, conducting group activities, and assisting with admissions, transfers, and discharge planning; CPR and de-escalation training are required or provided.