Lead Behavioral Health Associate III — Care & Crisis

St. Joseph Institute; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Institute is seeking a Lead Behavioral Health Associate III to join the onsite team in Pennsylvania.

You will monitor client behaviors, provide continuous care, supervise and model professional conduct within a multidisciplinary treatment team. The role requires a minimum of two years as a BHA, a high school diploma with preferred associate or bachelor’s in human services, CPR/de-escalation training, and strong crisis intervention skills.

Qualifications

• Requires CPR certification and de-escalation training.
• Two years’ BHA experience and two+ years with the target population.
• Knowledge of psychiatric disorders and treatment modalities.
• Excellent verbal de-escalation and crisis intervention skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure client safety and maintain a structured, supportive environment.
• Conduct safety checks and monitor supervision needs.
• Document client records timely and accurately.
• Provide group educational-rehabilitative sessions on social and living skills.
• De-escalate crises and respond to emergencies as needed.
• Train and mentor new staff and coordinate shift reports.

Skills

Verbal de-escalation

Crisis intervention

Safety monitoring

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's degree in human services

Job description

St. Joseph Institute is seeking a Lead Behavioral Health Associate III to join the onsite team in Pennsylvania.

You will monitor client behaviors, provide continuous care, supervise and model professional conduct within a multidisciplinary treatment team. The role requires a minimum of two years as a BHA, a high school diploma with preferred associate or bachelor’s in human services, CPR/de-escalation training, and strong crisis intervention skills.