Compassionate Behavioral Health Associate – Day PRN

Acadia Healthcare; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Earned wage access

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) to join our Fort Wayne team. You will provide hands-on patient care in a structured, team-focused environment to support safety and recovery, with mentoring from clinical leaders.

This PRN daytime role offers meaningful work, consistent hours, and opportunities to grow as you gain experience in behavioral health settings. You will work under clinical or nursing leadership to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and address

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• 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 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

Direct patient care

Empathy

Team collaboration

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) to join our Fort Wayne team. You will provide hands-on patient care in a structured, team-focused environment to support safety and recovery, with mentoring from clinical leaders.

This PRN daytime role offers meaningful work, consistent hours, and opportunities to grow as you gain experience in behavioral health settings. You will work under clinical or nursing leadership to maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and address