Behavioral Health Support Specialist (Next Day Pay)

Acadia Healthcare; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Wilmington, NC seeks a Behavioral Health Aide II to provide therapeutic assistance to patients and to serve as a direct liaison to the Director of Counseling regarding the status of the therapeutic community. The role involves collaborating with the team, supporting residents, and performing other tasks as assigned.

CPR/CPI training provided at the facility, and a valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1+ year experience with the facility's population preferred.
• 6 months experience performing the duties of a BHA II preferred.
• CPR / CPI offered at facility and CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide therapeutic assistance to patients and serve as a liaison to the Director of Counseling regarding the status of the therapeutic community.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Crisis intervention

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

1+ year experience with the target population

6 months BHA II experience

CPR certification

Job description

Acadia Healthcare in Wilmington, NC seeks a Behavioral Health Aide II to provide therapeutic assistance to patients and to serve as a direct liaison to the Director of Counseling regarding the status of the therapeutic community. The role involves collaborating with the team, supporting residents, and performing other tasks as assigned.

CPR/CPI training provided at the facility, and a valid driver’s license is required.