Behavioral Health Associate - On Call

Comprehensive Healthcare; College Place (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Comprehensive Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate to support individuals in our 24-hour inpatient and residential facilities. This on-call, as-needed role works with a multidisciplinary team to promote therapeutic activities and assist clients in stabilizing symptoms and learning illness management skills.

Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, and weekends. The position emphasizes trauma-informed care, collaboration with families and community supports, and strict safety and

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for registration as Agency Affiliated Counselor.
• Must have valid driver’s license and vehicle liability insurance.
• Must be willing to comply with N95 respirator requirements, including removal of facial hair for fit testing.
• In compliance with state and federal law, candidates must complete post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Promote and engage in therapeutic activities with clients.
• Accompany clients to appointments, community events, and outings.
• Collaborate with the client’s family & natural supports, and with community support and healthcare providers.
• Provide coaching and supportive counseling in both group & individual settings.
• Monitor medication self-administration, symptoms & medication response.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment, which may vary from general housekeeping to deep cleaning.
• Complete required documentation reflecting activities, goals, and progress of each client.

Skills

Counselor registration eligibility

Driver's license

N95 compliance

Pre-employment drug screen

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Who is Comprehensive Healthcare?

Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services.

Who is Comprehensive Healthcare?

Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services.

What are we looking for in a Behavioral Health Associate?

Behavioral Health Associates provide care, support, and a safe living environment for individuals residing within our 24-hour inpatient and residential facilities. Behavioral Health Associates follow trauma-informed care practices to support clients in stabilizing symptoms and learning illness management skills with the goal of improving quality of life. This position is supported by a multidisciplinary team that includes nurses, therapists, prescribers, and other direct care staff. This Behavioral Health Associate position is On-Call and as-needed, with no set schedule. Available shifts may include days, evenings, nights, and weekends. This position is not eligible for benefits.

Behavioral Health Associate Duties May Include:

• promoting and engaging in therapeutic activities with clients
• accompanying clients to appointments, community events, and outings
• collaborating with the client’s family & natural supports, and with community support and healthcare providers
• providing coaching and supportive counseling in both group & individual settings
• monitoring medication self-administration, symptoms & medication response
• maintaining a safe and clean environment, which may vary from general housekeeping to deep cleaning depending on assigned facility
• completing required documentation that reflects the activities, goals, and progress of each client

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous related experience preferred
• Must be eligible for registration as Agency Affiliated Counselor
• Must have valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance
• Must be willing to comply with N95 respirator requirements, including the removal of facial hair for initial fit testing and throughout employment when donning N95 respirators is clinically indicated
• In compliance with state and federal law, Comprehensive Healthcare requires all candidates to complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check. Please refer to WAC 388-113-0020 through 388-113-0030 for information on criminal convictions and pending charges that automatically disqualify an individual from working for Comprehensive Healthcare. Please refer to RCW 49.44.240 for information on pre-employment drug screening.

It is the policy of Comprehensive Healthcare to ensure that employees are provided the equipment necessary to protect their health from respiratory disease in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Respirators, training, and medical evaluations are provided at no cost to the employee during normal working hours. The medical evaluation will determine the employee’s ability to use a respirator and is required prior to completing fit testing of the respirator. Fit testing will be performed using the same make, model, style, and size of respirator that will be used by the employee when at work. A respirator is designed to achieve a very close facial fit and very efficient filtration of airborne particles. The edges of the respirator are designed to form a seal around the nose and mouth. To achieve this, employees must (a) arrive for fit testing clean shaven around the sealing surface of the mask; (s) have nothing to eat or drink other than plain water for 20 minutes prior to the appointment; and (3) have not smoked, vaped, or chewed gum for 20 minutes prior to the appointment.

What Comprehensive Healthcare Can Offer You

Training and Development

• A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion
• Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs

Innovative Program & Services

• A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment
• Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment
• Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement
• Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services

In compliance with state and federal law, Comprehensive Healthcare requires all candidates to complete a post-offer, pre-employment drug screen and background check. Please refer to WAC 388-113-0020 through 388-113-0030 for information on criminal convictions and pending charges that automatically disqualify an individual from working for Comprehensive Healthcare. Please refer to RCW 49.44.240 for information on pre-employment drug screening.

Qualifications

Comprehensive Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value the diverse perspectives and strengths that our employees bring to the workplace and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for our positions. The Human Resources department provides accommodations and assistance to complete the application and interview process; please contact us to make arrangements.