Behavioral Health Associate: Patient Care & Safety

Acadia Healthcare; Ball Ground (GA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company paid short term disability

Earned wage access

401(k) plan, with a company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee assistance program

Ongoing training and career growth-op

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) to join our Ball Ground, GA team. You will provide direct patient care under clinical or nursing leadership and help maintain a safe, structured environment to support recovery.

The role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and professional conduct, with opportunities for ongoing training, career growth, and a stable schedule within a leading behavioral health network.

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.

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

Empathy

Teamwork

Patient safety awareness

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) to join our Ball Ground, GA team. You will provide direct patient care under clinical or nursing leadership and help maintain a safe, structured environment to support recovery.

The role emphasizes empathy, teamwork, and professional conduct, with opportunities for ongoing training, career growth, and a stable schedule within a leading behavioral health network.