Lead Behavioral Health Associate - Crisis Care

Las Cruces Recovery Center; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

EOE

Veterans and military spouses are **ur

Job summary

Dona Ana County Crisis Triage Center seeks a Lead Behavioral Health Associate to provide continuous patient care under a licensed nurse, supervising and mentoring BHAs. The role emphasizes safety, de-escalation, and accurate documentation, with involvement in admissions and discharge processes.

This onsite position requires CPR/de-escalation certification and a human services background. The Lead collaborates with the treatment team to maintain a structured environment, conducts safety checks,

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in human services preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience as a BHA required.
• Two or more years’ experience with the facility population required.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available on hire).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensure wellbeing and safety of patients in a structured environment.
• Supervise activities of daily living and monitor patient welfare.
• Conduct safety checks and report deviations to supervisor.
• Interacts with patients and communicates significant observations.
• Lead patient education and rehabilitation groups on coping skills.
• Maintain patient records and assist with admissions/discharges.

Skills

Verbal de-escalation

Crisis intervention

CPR certification

First aid

Patient care

Documentation

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

Dona Ana County Crisis Triage Center seeks a Lead Behavioral Health Associate to provide continuous patient care under a licensed nurse, supervising and mentoring BHAs. The role emphasizes safety, de-escalation, and accurate documentation, with involvement in admissions and discharge processes.

This onsite position requires CPR/de-escalation certification and a human services background. The Lead collaborates with the treatment team to maintain a structured environment, conducts safety checks,