Behavioral Health Care Associate | Next Day Pay

Acadia Healthcare; Burns (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Burns, TN is seeking a Behavioral Health Assistant (BHA1) to support patient care within our clinical team. A high school diploma is required, with six months of BHA1 experience preferred.

CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification are required, with training provided on hire. You will perform safety checks, assist with activities of daily living, document patient information, and participate in rehabilitation programs.

Qualifications

• CPR certification required.
• De-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire).
• Six months experience as a BHA1 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Attend to patient safety with frequent rounds and timely documentation.
• Support daily living activities: bathing, dressing, meals, hygiene.
• Monitor patient condition, report changes to the nurse.
• Engage patients in activities to support treatment goals.
• Administer routine safety checks and respond to distressed patients.
• Assist with admissions and discharges as needed.
• Coordinate transportation or accompany patients as required.
• Document clinical information accurately in patient records.

Skills

CPR

De-escalation

First aid

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Acadia Healthcare in Burns, TN is seeking a Behavioral Health Assistant (BHA1) to support patient care within our clinical team. A high school diploma is required, with six months of BHA1 experience preferred.

CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification are required, with training provided on hire. You will perform safety checks, assist with activities of daily living, document patient information, and participate in rehabilitation programs.