Behavioral Health Care Assistant — Next Day Pay

Acadia Healthcare; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 27,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EarnIn Next Day Pay

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare seeks a dedicated patient care assistant to provide compassionate support to patients under clinical supervision. You will document clinical information promptly, perform safety checks, and assist with daily living activities to maintain a safe, supportive environment.

The role emphasizes patient safety, empathetic interaction, and collaboration with nursing staff to meet treatment goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months or more experience working with the facility's patient population preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care services under clinical or nursing supervision.
• Document timely, accurate clinical information in patient records.
• Conduct safety checks and supervise at 15-minute intervals as needed.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) and basic needs.
• Interact with patients and communicate observations to nursing staff.
• Support patient education, rehabilitation groups, and independence skills.

Skills

Patient care

Safety awareness

Documentation

Communication

Observation & reporting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CPR and de-escalation certification

First aid may be required

Job description

Acadia Healthcare seeks a dedicated patient care assistant to provide compassionate support to patients under clinical supervision. You will document clinical information promptly, perform safety checks, and assist with daily living activities to maintain a safe, supportive environment.

The role emphasizes patient safety, empathetic interaction, and collaboration with nursing staff to meet treatment goals.