Compassionate Behavioral Health Aide – Patient Care

Acadia Healthcare; Covington (LA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Covington Behavioral Health Hospital in Covington, LA, is a licensed 104-bed center specializing in inpatient care for adults experiencing acute changes in emotional and mental well-being. The role provides personal care under clinical or nursing leadership, with a focus on safety, empathy, and professional service.

Responsibilities include documenting clinical information, supporting a structured environment, and addressing patient needs promptly.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months or more experience with the specific population of the facility preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety and provide excellent customer services.
• Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment.
• Responsible for conducting safety checks and ensuring that supervision is conducted at 15 minute intervals, as noted in special precautions, or in accordance with individualized supervision guidelines as needed.
• Document timely, accurate and appropriate clinical information in patient's medical record.
• Assist in providing a safe, secure and comfortable environment for patients, significant others and staff.
• Interact routinely with patients, observe behaviors and communicate significant observations to nursing staff.
• May oversee or assist patients with activities of daily living, including toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, meals, snacks, hydration and changing bed linens.
• May obtain patient's vital signs, height and weight as assigned and document in patient record.
• Facilitate patient educational-rehabilitative groups which cover a variety of topics including social skills, coping skills, anger management and independent living skills.
• Engage patients in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals.
• Complete and maintain required documentation. Assist with follow-up and paperwork as required on incidents and events that may take place in the facility.
• May provide transportation for patient or coordinate transportation with appropriate staff member.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Covington Behavioral Health Hospital in Covington, LA, is a licensed 104-bed center specializing in inpatient care for adults experiencing acute changes in emotional and mental well-being. The role provides personal care under clinical or nursing leadership, with a focus on safety, empathy, and professional service.

Responsibilities include documenting clinical information, supporting a structured environment, and addressing patient needs promptly.