Full-Time Behavioral Health Associate — Patient Care & Safety

Acadia Healthcare; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Short-term disability

Earned wage access

401(k) match

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Ongoing training

Job summary

Harboroaks is seeking a Full Time Behavioral Health Associate to join our Lafayette, LA team. You will provide direct patient care under clinical or nursing leadership in a structured, therapeutic environment designed to support recovery and safety.

As part of a larger behavioral health network, you will work alongside experienced clinicians to ensure compassionate, patient-centered care while adhering to safety protocols and professional standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of experience with similar patient population preferred.
• CPR certification and de-escalation training required; training provided upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under clinical or nursing supervision.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.
• Demonstrate empathy and professionalism with patients and team members.
• Address patient concerns promptly to support safety and satisfaction.
• Recognize and respond to patient needs with safety as a top priority.

Skills

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Six months of related experience

CPR certification

De-escalation training

First aid certification

Job description

Harboroaks is seeking a Full Time Behavioral Health Associate to join our Lafayette, LA team. You will provide direct patient care under clinical or nursing leadership in a structured, therapeutic environment designed to support recovery and safety.

As part of a larger behavioral health network, you will work alongside experienced clinicians to ensure compassionate, patient-centered care while adhering to safety protocols and professional standards.