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Behavioral Health Associate at Acadia Healthcare

Last updated: August 21, 2024

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Title	Behavioral Health Associate
Company	Acadia Healthcare
Location	Forest Knolls, CA
Description	Description Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy helping others and being part of the solution? If so, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Serenity Knolls has Full and Part-Time openings as a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA Tech) waiting for you - APPLY TODAY!! Serenity Knolls is a 42-bed co-ed facility with 6 detox beds serving ages 18 and over. We are a 12 step based, social model residential treatment center that uniquely combines the traditional social model of care with contemporary cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and evidence based practice. COMPENSATION: Compensation for roles at SERENITY KNOLLS varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, SERENITY KNOLLS provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California as set forth below. Hourly Pay Range of $21 - $23 per hour DOE Full and Part Time Openings Available Day and Evening - must be available a minimum of one weekend day per week SERENITY KNOLLS HEALTH BENEFITS: We provide a comprehensive benefit package to employees working Full Time or >30 hours per week that includes: Competitive salary commensurate with experience Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, life insurance 401(k) plan - with company matching Paid Holidays - PTO and Sick Time EAP program that includes employee and family counseling; financial assistance; life event preparation and more! Supportive work environment that values teamwork and collaboration. Opportunities for career growth and advancement. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Demonstrate a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety and provide excellent customer services. Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment. Responsible for conducting safety checks and ensuring that supervision is conducted at 30 minute intervals, as noted in special precautions, or in accordance with individualized supervision guidelines as needed. Assist in answering phone and directing calls or assisting callers, in a professional manner. Alert clinical staff to client difficulties or concerns. Provides therapeutic listening and guidance with clients as required. Maintains appropriate verbal response with client population. Exhibits initiative in doing job duties without needing constant prompting by supervisors. Assist in providing a safe, secure and comfortable environment for patients, significant others and staff. Transport patients for admissions, appointments and discharges. Pick up or transports visitors or staff as needed. Drive company facility vehicle to pick-up supplies or equipment, as needed. Scheduling flexibility, including holidays, is required, as all team members participate in providing 24/7 care. Positions require the ability to multi-task and to work as part of a team in complex treatment environment. Working knowledge of 12-step programs. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. Perform other functions and tasks as assigned. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or equivalent required. Six months or more experience working with chemical dependency treatment and recovery is preferred. LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: Candidates must be registered with an DHCS approved certification agency (CCAPP, CADTP, etc.) or be working toward certification as a Chemical Dependency Counselor. Valid state driver’s license with a clean driving record. 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 is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate. Compensation for roles at Serenity Knolls varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Serenity Knolls provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California as set forth below. Role Location: California Calculated Hourly Range for role $21.00 - $23.00 per hour Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
Citation	United States Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration (DOLETA) Minnesota Department of Employment & Economic Development (DEED)

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