Compassionate Behavioral Health Support Specialist

aFit; Logansport (IN); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,755,000; Full time

Job summary

aFit Staffing seeks a Behavioral Health Attendant to support a state-operated inpatient psychiatric hospital in Logansport, Indiana. You will provide direct patient care, assist with daily living activities, and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment as part of an interdisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes de-escalation, documentation, and collaboration with nurses and clinicians. Must be reliable, compassionate, and able to work three 12.5-hour shifts weekly, including every other

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience with scheduling, filing, progress notes, supply ordering, and phone coverage required.
• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality required.
• CPR/First Aid Certification highly desired.
• Indiana Medical Aide Certification highly desired.
• CPI or similar de-escalation certification highly desired.
• Experience in behavioral health, residential treatment, or corrections-adjacent settings highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care and treatment plan goals through daily interactions and engagement.
• Assist in implementing patient treatment plans.
• Monitor patients during meals, activities, and common-area interactions.
• Observe, document, and report patient condition and behavior.
• Provide motivation, coaching, counseling, and daily living skills instruction.
• Assist with occupational and recreational therapy programming.
• Escort patients to appointments and activities on and off campus.

Skills

Scheduling experience

Filing and notes

HIPAA knowledge

CPR/First Aid

CPI/de-escalation training

Behavioral health experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

aFit Staffing seeks a Behavioral Health Attendant to support a state-operated inpatient psychiatric hospital in Logansport, Indiana. You will provide direct patient care, assist with daily living activities, and help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment as part of an interdisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes de-escalation, documentation, and collaboration with nurses and clinicians. Must be reliable, compassionate, and able to work three 12.5-hour shifts weekly, including every other