Behavioral Health Care Associate: Growth & Impact

Acadia Healthcare; Pontotoc (MS); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; 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机会

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Pontotoc, MS seeks a Behavioral Health Associate to support patient safety and recovery in a structured, team-based setting. You will provide hands-on care and compassionate support under clinical or nursing leadership, with meaningful work and consistent hours.

This role offers growth opportunities within one of the nation's largest behavioral health networks. A high school diploma and CPR/de-escalation training are required or provided on hire; six months of related

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of experience working with a similar patient population preferred.
• CPR and de escalation and restraint certification required. Training provided upon hire.
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

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

Patient care

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Restraint certification

Job description

Acadia Healthcare in Pontotoc, MS seeks a Behavioral Health Associate to support patient safety and recovery in a structured, team-based setting. You will provide hands-on care and compassionate support under clinical or nursing leadership, with meaningful work and consistent hours.

This role offers growth opportunities within one of the nation's largest behavioral health networks. A high school diploma and CPR/de-escalation training are required or provided on hire; six months of related