Behavioral Health Associate: Growth & Structured Care

Acadia Healthcare; Canton (SD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee assistance program

Ongoing training and career growth

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) to join our team in South Dakota. This role focuses on keeping patients safe while supporting recovery in a structured, team-driven environment and offers meaningful work with growth opportunities.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, maintaining safety and therapeutic surroundings, and collaborating with clinical and nursing leadership.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• De-escalation and restraint training preferred.
• Training provided upon hire.

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

CPR

De-escalation

Restraint training

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) to join our team in South Dakota. This role focuses on keeping patients safe while supporting recovery in a structured, team-driven environment and offers meaningful work with growth opportunities.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, maintaining safety and therapeutic surroundings, and collaborating with clinical and nursing leadership.