What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Associate position at Embark Behavioral Health?
Overview
Behavioral Health Associate
Hourly Range: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour, DOE
Full-Time, On-site position
Schedule: 4 days x 9.5 hours
Our Behavioral Health Associates make a meaningful difference in the lives of teenagers in need of compassionate care and support. We are seeking dedicated individuals who are passionate about promoting mental wellness and providing support to teenagers and their families facing dynamic challenges back at home.
As a Behavioral Health Associate, you will play a crucial role in fostering a safe and supportive environment for our clients to grow, develop and apply transferable coping skills, and reconnect with peers, themselves, and their families using our proven and effective therapeutic approach.
If you are empathetic, patient, and committed to empowering others on their journey towards sustainable mental wellness, we encourage you to apply and become part of our dynamic team dedicated to making a positive impact in the lives of teenagers and their families!
Join a team of nationally recognized industry leaders who provide you with a framework of training, support, and long-term advancement opportunities!
Responsibilities
Ensure Client Safety
- Supervision of client emotional and physical safety
- Provide early intervention ahead of and during emotional and behavioral crises
- Maintain personal and professional boundaries
Align and Operate within the Treatment Team's Approach for Each Client
- Attend to daily Treatment Team direction for updates on client treatment protocol application
- Communicate and collaborate with supervisors and clinicians regarding client issues and notable progress
- Document client progress notes daily
Provide Quality and Engaging Client Services
- Encourage client engagement in activities of daily living (ADLs) and coping skill applications
- Coach and develop client social skills
- Plan and facilitate client activities in art, music, yoga, fitness, and a variety of other on and off campus activities
Grow and Develop with the Residential Team!
- Practice a growth mindset with focus and application of the company core values
- Integrate specialized trainings
- Enjoy and contribute to ongoing professional development and growth
Qualifications
What do you bring to this position?
- 21 years of age or older
- High school diploma or equivalent G.E.D required; associates or bachelor's in human services, psychology, criminal justice, or related field a plus, but not a requirement!
- Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen in concordance with Montana state laws
- Ability to pass federal and state background checks
- Current Montana driver's license or ability to obtain a Montana driver’s license upon hire
- Ability to perform CPR and First Aid
- Ability to apply provided training in safe verbal de-escalation and physical intervention with an upset or combative client
- Preferred - one year of experience working with adolescent populations
- Ability to plan, implement, and adjust to program or daily adjustments
Seeking EMT candidate to use your skills in a different way to support adolescents in a mental health treatment program, preferred but not required.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Benefit Program that includes medical insurance with a generous company contribution towards a high deductible plan, dental insurance, vision insurance, voluntary life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, 401K with company matching, and paid parental leave
- Compensated holidays, opportunities for overtime, and PTO accrual schedule
- Opportunity to foster relationships with adolescents and their families, create joy in their lives, and heal generations
- Access to professional growth using our leading-edge strategies and trainings with our exceptional leaders
Embark is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Embark is committed to enriching the therapeutic and healing experience it offers through the diversity of its employees and community. Embark seeks to recruit and support a broadly diverse staff who will contribute to the organization's excellence, diversity of viewpoints and experiences, and relevance in a global society.
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Salary : $20 - $22
