Compassionate Behavioral Health Care Assistant

Acadia Healthcare; Conway (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare in Conway, AR is seeking a patient care assistant to provide personal care services under supervision. You will maintain a safe, empathetic environment and document clinical information accurately while coordinating with nursing staff.

The role emphasizes patient safety, timely checks, and support for daily living activities. Qualification includes a high school diploma or equivalent and 6+ months experience with the target patient population; CPR/de-escalation/restraint

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care services under the direction of clinical or nursing staff.
• Conduct safety checks and ensure supervision at 15 minutes or per guidelines.
• Document timely, accurate clinical information in the patient’s medical record.
• Assist in providing a safe, secure and comfortable environment for patients, families and staff.
• Interact with patients, observe behaviors and communicate observations to nursing staff.
• Assist with activities of daily living as needed (toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, meals).
• May transport patients or coordinate transportation with staff.

Skills

Six months experience with patient pop

Customer service

Empathetic communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation certification

Restraint certification

First aid certification

Job description

Acadia Healthcare in Conway, AR is seeking a patient care assistant to provide personal care services under supervision. You will maintain a safe, empathetic environment and document clinical information accurately while coordinating with nursing staff.

The role emphasizes patient safety, timely checks, and support for daily living activities. Qualification includes a high school diploma or equivalent and 6+ months experience with the target patient population; CPR/de-escalation/restraint