Behavioral Health Associate 1

About the Role

As a Behavioral Health Associate, you play a vital role in keeping 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.

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

• 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

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 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