Night Shift Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) — Inpatient Care

Universal Health Services; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with company match

Continuing education options

Job summary

Lancaster Behavioral Health Hospital, a Universal Health Services facility, seeks a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) for night shift. This full-time role offers 36 hours per week with full benefits and potential overtime, including coverage of various shifts as needed.

BHAs support RNs with admissions and discharges, coordinate activities, supervise safety rounds, escort patients, and document groups’ outcomes.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in psychology or related human health services preferred; High School Diploma required.
• At least one year of experience in mental health; adolescent experience preferred.
• CNA and EMTs encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Assists the Registered Nurse with admissions by obtaining vital signs and securing belongings. Screens visitors and incoming calls, answers questions and prioritizes or redirects calls as appropriate.
• Assists the Registered Nurse with the discharge process, returning belongings, and escorting individuals out of the hospital.
• Facilitates activity, education and leisure groups. Documents the purpose and outcome of the group for each member.
• Provides escorts for patients to the cafeteria, to the outside courtyards, or to other areas/departments in the hospital.
• Maintains current observation check sheets for all patients on their assigned unit. Conducts safety rounds each shift on the units including groups rooms, laundry rooms, and patient rooms. Documents safety rounds.
• Demonstrates compassion and respect when interacting with the individuals in our care and their families/care partners.
• Mentors and coaches patients on early warning signs and triggers.

Education

High School Diploma

Baccalaureate Degree in psychology or related human health services

Job description

Lancaster Behavioral Health Hospital, a Universal Health Services facility, seeks a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) for night shift. This full-time role offers 36 hours per week with full benefits and potential overtime, including coverage of various shifts as needed.

BHAs support RNs with admissions and discharges, coordinate activities, supervise safety rounds, escort patients, and document groups’ outcomes.