Behavioral Health Support Specialist

Acadia Healthcare; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(K) plan + company match

Paid vacation, sick, and personal time

Employee Assistance Program

Disaster relief benefits

State-of-the-art facility

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare seeks a full-time Behavior Health Aide at Capitol Park to support adults in mental health services under clinical direction. You will maintain a structured, safe environment and document clinical information, while engaging patients in daily living activities and educational groups.

We offer comprehensive benefits and a competitive hourly pay range. Shifts include days, evenings, overnights, with every other weekend possible.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Six months or more experience with the specific population strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate urgency regarding patient safety and provide excellent customer service.
• Ensure patient well-being and a positive, supportive environment.
• Conduct safety checks and ensure supervision at 15-minute intervals as required.
• Document timely, accurate clinical information in the patient’s medical record.
• Assist in maintaining a safe, secure environment for patients, families, and staff.
• Interact with patients, observe behaviors, and communicate significant observations to nursing staff.
• Assist with activities of daily living as needed and document vitals.
• Lead patient educational and rehabilitation groups on topics like social skills and coping.

Skills

Empathy

Professional attitude

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

6+ months experience with the target population

Job description

Acadia Healthcare seeks a full-time Behavior Health Aide at Capitol Park to support adults in mental health services under clinical direction. You will maintain a structured, safe environment and document clinical information, while engaging patients in daily living activities and educational groups.

We offer comprehensive benefits and a competitive hourly pay range. Shifts include days, evenings, overnights, with every other weekend possible.