Behavioral Health Associate - Part Time (24 Hours) - 11pm - 7:30am

About the Role

The Behavioral Health Associate plays an integral role on the interdisciplinary treatment team. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and treatment team, the Behavioral Health Associate carries out assigned patient care activities in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, and standards. This role provides 1:1 support to patients experiencing acute psychiatric crises, including suicidal ideation, self-injurious behavior, and escalating emotional distress. Behavioral Health Associates provide compassionate, individualized care, adapting their interactions based on each patient’s clinical presentation and therapeutic needs.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety checks and ensure supervision is conducted at 15-minute intervals to prioritize patient safety.
• Engage with patients to assess mental status, progress toward treatment goals, and emotional needs throughout the shift.
• Interact routinely with patients, observe behaviors, and communicate significant observations to nursing staff.
• Encourage patient participation in therapeutic activities and individualized behavior strategies.
• Assist in crisis situations through verbal de-escalation techniques and physical interventions following CPI standards and hospital policies.
• Provide consistent 1:1 support for assigned patients, maintaining therapeutic engagement throughout the shift.
• Float to different units within the hospital based on staffing needs.
• Utilize patient-specific coping skills and sensory strategies as outlined in treatment or safety plans.
• Educate colleagues on patient-specific triggers, warning signs, and coping strategies.
• Identify and communicate barriers to discharge planning.
• Support patient orientation during admissions by assisting with searches, vital signs, and reviewing unit guidelines.
• Reinforce unit rules and serve as a positive role model for patients.
• Provide peer mentorship and help orient new Behavioral Health Associates under the guidance of nursing leadership.
• Protect and advocate for patient rights.
• Attend and actively participate in department meetings; review minutes when unable to attend.
• Complete annual mandatory training and proactively identify personal educational needs.
• Accept and apply feedback to continuously improve clinical and professional skills.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in human services, social work, behavioral health, or in a hospital setting is preferred but not necessary.
• Passion for behavioral health and commitment to Haverhill Pavilion’s mission.

Paid training and opportunities for career growth in a behavioral health setting are provided.

About the Team

At Haverhill Pavilion, our purpose is to Lead Care With Light, and our mission is to be a world-class organization setting the standard for excellence in treating mental health concerns. We strive to maintain our standing as a thought leader in the behavioral healthcare industry, providing treatment synonymous with compassion and innovation.

To our patients, we commit to providing quality, individualized care in a supportive environment. To our employees, we offer an enviable internal culture that encourages personal and professional growth.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement up to $3,000 per year.
• Full suite of employee benefits.

Pay

Base pay rate: $17–$20.25 per hour.

Shift differentials are available and will be added to the base rate of pay:

• Weekend: +$1.25/hour
• Weekday evening: +$1.25/hour
• Weekend evening: +$2.50/hour
• Overnight: +$4/hour

Schedule

• Shifts available: 11 PM – 7:30 AM (8 hours).
• Part-time (24 hours per week, 3 days per week).
• All full-time and part-time employees work every other weekend.