Mental Health Associate, Third Shift

Springbrook Behavioral Health Systems; Colonial Oaks Mobile Manor (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Springbrook Behavioral Health System is seeking compassionate Mental Health Associates to join a team serving autistic adolescents aged 5–18. This 3rd shift role emphasizes patient-focused care within a structured autism program designed to meet individual needs.

Education requirements include a high school diploma or GED, with preference for degrees in Human Services or BA/BS in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or CNA.

Qualifications

• High School or GED required.
• Prefer degree in Human Services or BA/BS in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or CNA.
• Six months of experience with behaviorally impaired or mentally challenged patients preferred.
• Valid South Carolina driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a professional team providing care to autistic adolescents aged 5–18.
• Follow a goals‑oriented autism treatment plan and document progress.
• Support residents with daily activities and safety.
• Demonstrate patient teaching and good judgment in care situations.

Skills

Judgment

Initiative

Dependability

Decision making

Patient teaching

Education

High School or GED

Human Services

BA/BS in Psychology

Sociology

Criminal Justice

CNA

Job description

This is a 3rd Shift Position.

Springbrook Behavioral Health System is currently seeking caring and patient focus applicants for the role of Mental Health Associates. In this role you will be a member of a team of professionals who work directly with autistic adolescents between the ages of 5-18. The autism program at Springbrook is a goal oriented treatment plan designed to meet the needs of children with autism and related diagnosis.

Education: High School Graduate or GED equivalent. Prefer degree in Human Services or BA/BS in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or CNA.

Experience: Prefer six (6) months of experience in the management/care of behaviorally impaired and/or mentally challenged patients.

Licensure: Valid S.C. Drivers License

Physical: Medium work, ability to walk, run, stand, sit, stand, stoop, bend, reach over head. Occasional exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force.

Special Skills and Abilities: Demonstrate good judgment, initiative, dependability, decision making skills, as well as patient teaching skills

Job Types: Full-time