Behavioral Health Associate I — Growth & Impact

Acadia Healthcare; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Short-term disability (company paid)

Earned wage access

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Norcross, GA is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate to provide direct patient care, support recovery, and help maintain a safe, structured environment in a collaborative team setting. You will work under clinical or nursing leadership, demonstrate empathy and professionalism with patients and staff, address concerns promptly, and uphold safety as a top priority throughout shifts.

This role offers meaningful work, stable hours, and opportunities for growth within a national

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

Patient care

Empathy

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Restraint training

Job description

Acadia Healthcare in Norcross, GA is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate to provide direct patient care, support recovery, and help maintain a safe, structured environment in a collaborative team setting. You will work under clinical or nursing leadership, demonstrate empathy and professionalism with patients and staff, address concerns promptly, and uphold safety as a top priority throughout shifts.

This role offers meaningful work, stable hours, and opportunities for growth within a national