Women's Behavioral Health Associate — Growth & Stability

Acadia Healthcare; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company paid short term disability

Earned wage access

401(k) plan with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Employee assistance program

Ongoing training and career growth

Job summary

Acadia Healthcare’s Canton - Keystone Women’s Unit is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) to provide hands-on patient care in a structured, team-focused setting. This role emphasizes safety, empathy, and recovery support in the Canton and Sioux Falls areas, with weekend shifts available.

You will work under clinical or nursing leadership to maintain a therapeutic environment, collaborate with staff, and contribute to a stable, patient-centered care plan that fosters growth and safety.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Six months of experience working with a similar patient population preferred.
• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required. Training provided upon hire.
• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

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.

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Acadia Healthcare’s Canton - Keystone Women’s Unit is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) to provide hands-on patient care in a structured, team-focused setting. This role emphasizes safety, empathy, and recovery support in the Canton and Sioux Falls areas, with weekend shifts available.

You will work under clinical or nursing leadership to maintain a therapeutic environment, collaborate with staff, and contribute to a stable, patient-centered care plan that fosters growth and safety.