Lead Behavioral Health Associate — Crisis Care & Mentoring

SBH-Green Bay; New Mexico; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit BHC in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Lead Behavioral Health Associate to supervise and support a treatment team in a crisis triage setting. The role emphasizes patient safety, documentation, and collaborative care under the charge nurse.

The Lead BHA will mentor BHAs, participate in education groups, and assist with admissions, discharges, and daily program coordination at Dona Ana County Crisis Triage Center.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; related degree preferred.
• Minimum two years of BHA experience required.
• Experience with the specific patient population served is required.
• Knowledge of psychiatric disorders and dual diagnosis.
• Strong de-escalation and crisis intervention skills.
• CPR, de-escalation and restraint certifications required; First aid may be required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety and provide a safe, structured environment under supervision.
• Oversee activities of daily living and monitor wellbeing.
• Conduct safety checks and report significant observations.
• Record vital signs and chart in patient records.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and treatment program activities.
• Provide mentoring and training for BHAs.
• Coordinate and lead patient education groups on social and coping skills.
• Assist with transportation and incident reports as needed.

Skills

BHA experience (2+ years)

Experience with target population

Psychiatric disorders knowledge

Verbal deescalation

Crisis intervention

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Restraint certification

First aid certification

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in human services

Tools

CPR certification

De-escalation training

Restraint certification

First aid certification

Job description

Summit BHC in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Lead Behavioral Health Associate to supervise and support a treatment team in a crisis triage setting. The role emphasizes patient safety, documentation, and collaborative care under the charge nurse.

The Lead BHA will mentor BHAs, participate in education groups, and assist with admissions, discharges, and daily program coordination at Dona Ana County Crisis Triage Center.