Behavioral Health Care Assistant — Onsite & Crisis Support

Safe Harbor Recovery Center; Portsmouth (VA); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 28 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Safe Harbor Recovery Center in Portsmouth, Virginia is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate I (PRN) to contribute to a multidisciplinary treatment team. You will monitor client behaviors, support continuous client care, and respond to crises as needed.

The role emphasizes safety checks, de-escalation techniques, and accurate charting, with opportunities to lead educational-rehabilitative groups and support activities for treatment goals.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months or more experience with the facility’s population preferred.
• Knowledge of psychiatric disorders and treatment modalities preferred.

Responsabilités

• Ensure client safety and provide a supportive environment.
• Conduct safety checks and supervise clients per guidelines.
• Record vital signs and report significant changes to nursing staff.
• Document client records accurately and timely.
• Engage clients in therapeutic activities and groups.
• Assist with transportation and discharge planning as needed.

Connaissances

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Description du poste

Safe Harbor Recovery Center in Portsmouth, Virginia is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate I (PRN) to contribute to a multidisciplinary treatment team. You will monitor client behaviors, support continuous client care, and respond to crises as needed.

The role emphasizes safety checks, de-escalation techniques, and accurate charting, with opportunities to lead educational-rehabilitative groups and support activities for treatment goals.