River Place Facility - Behavioral Health Associate 5 - 3pm - 11pm

Acadia Healthcare; LaPlace (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Ongoing training

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate V to provide direct patient care under clinical leadership in a structured, supportive setting. You will help maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and support recovery.

Requirements include an Associate’s degree in a human services field, 2+ years of relevant experience, CPR and de-escalation certification, and willingness to obtain state-required first aid where applicable.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in human service or related field required.
• Two or more years’ experience as a Behavioral Health Associate required.
• CPR certification and de-escalation training required; restraint certification may be required by facility.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership.
• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment.
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional approach with patients and team members.
• Address patient concerns promptly and respectfully to support satisfaction and safety.
• Recognize and respond to patient needs with safety as a top priority.

Skills

CPR certification

Two+ years experience as BHA

Empathy and patient care

Education

Associate’s degree in human service field

Bachelor’s degree in human service field preferred

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Behavioral Health Associate V (BHA) to join our team.

Summary

As a Behavioral Health Associate, you play a vital role in keeping our patients safe while supporting their recovery every day. You will provide hands on care and compassionate support in a structured, team focused environment where your work truly matters. If you are looking for meaningful work, consistent hours, and a place where you can grow, this is an opportunity to build a career while making a real difference.

Why You Will Thrive Here

• Purpose driven work: Help ensure patient safety and support healing in an environment grounded in empathy, teamwork, and accountability. We Lead Care with Light in everything we do.
• Growth and stability: Join one of the nation’s largest behavioral health networks with clear paths for advancement and skill development.
• Supportive team culture: Work alongside experienced clinical and nursing leaders who invest in your success and well being.
• Structured environment: Predictable schedules and a professional setting designed to help you succeed and build long term skills.

Benefits That Support You

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company paid short term disability
• Earned wage access
• 401(k) plan, with a company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee assistance program
• Ongoing training and career growth opportunities

What You Will Do

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership
• Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment
• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional approach with patients and team members
• Address patient concerns promptly and respectfully to support satisfaction and safety
• Recognize and respond to patient needs with safety as a top priority

What You Bring

• Associate’s degree in human service field required. Bachelor’s degree in human service field preferred.
• Two or more years’ experience as a Behavioral Health Associate required.
• Two or more years’ experience working with the specific population of the facility preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

While this job description reflects the typical requirements of the role, responsibilities may evolve based on business needs.

We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants regardless of any characteristic protected by applicable laws.