Mental Health Associate -2nd shift 1pm-9pm with rotating 12 hour weekends

Alabama Clinical Schools has been a behavioral healthcare provider in the Birmingham area for over 20 years. Our treatment services range from intensive residential treatment for males ages 9-18 to therapeutic foster care for males and females of all ages. Our RISE and Specialized Therapeutic Foster Care programs for boys are the only programs of their kind in the State of Alabama. Our mission is to enrich the lives of at-risk youth and their families by delivering quality behavioral and educational services while fostering a safe transition to the community.

About the role

The Mental Health Associate provides direct care to residents with psychiatric disorders to ensure their safety and well-being. MHAs have the primary responsibility for ensuring the resident’s safety on the unit utilizing a therapeutic approach to all tasks, including assistance with daily activities, facilitation of groups, and other duties as assigned by Group Leader, Assistant Group Leader, or Shift Supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to residents with psychiatric disorders
• Ensure resident safety on the unit using a therapeutic approach
• Assist with daily activities
• Facilitate groups
• Perform other duties as assigned by Group Leader, Assistant Group Leader, or Shift Supervisor
• Safely monitor residents and perform physical management techniques and crisis intervention

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in psychology, social work, education, criminal justice, or other related mental health field preferred, but not required
• Strong documentation skills and ability to stay detailed and organized
• Experience in a residential mental/behavioral health setting strongly preferred
• Must be 19 years or older
• Must pass a drug screen and background check (includes criminal history, Child Abuse and Neglect Registry, and ABI/FBI fingerprint check)

Schedule

• 2nd shift: 1:00 PM – 9:00 PM
• Rotating 12-hour weekend shift: 9:00 AM – 9:30 PM (Saturday and Sunday)

Benefits

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation and generous paid time off
• Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries

Pay

This position is eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus.