Behavioral Health Associate I — Night Shift (PRN)

Palms Behavioral Health; Harlingen (TX); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Palms Behavioral Health in Harlingen, TX seeks a PRN Behavioral Health Associate I to support nursing staff under supervision. You will monitor patient behaviors, provide continuous care, assist with daily living activities, and participate in treatment planning with the multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include safety checks, vital signs, documenting in patient records, de-escalation techniques, and assisting with admissions, discharges, and incident reporting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of experience with behavioral health population preferred.
• Knowledge of psychiatric disorders and treatment modalities preferred.
• CPR certification and de-escalation/restraint certification required.
• First aid may be required depending on state or facility.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and report patient behaviors under supervision.
• Provide continuous patient care, supervision, and interactions.
• Assist with activities of daily living (toileting, bathing, dressing, meals).
• Conduct safety checks and document observations for supervision guidelines.
• Take and record vital signs; communicate changes to the clinical team.
• Initiate incident reports and assist with admissions/discharges as needed.

Skills

Patient monitoring

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CPR certification

De-escalation/res restraint certification

Job description

Palms Behavioral Health in Harlingen, TX seeks a PRN Behavioral Health Associate I to support nursing staff under supervision. You will monitor patient behaviors, provide continuous care, assist with daily living activities, and participate in treatment planning with the multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include safety checks, vital signs, documenting in patient records, de-escalation techniques, and assisting with admissions, discharges, and incident reporting.