Part-time (Weekend) - Behavioral Support Assistant

Part-time position with a schedule including Friday, Saturday, and Sunday across 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts.

About the Role

The Behavioral Support Assistant provides essential care and supervision for adult patients in an intensive, high-acuity 24-hour program setting. This role involves working with individuals who require specialized behavioral support to ensure a safe environment and promote patient well-being. The Assistant assists with daily needs, transportation, meal preparation, and emergency de-escalation while maintaining professionalism and care.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with their daily activities and needs, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Support meal preparation and develop knowledge of nutritional issues, menu planning, food preparation, and food safety.
• Transport patients to appointments and other services as required.
• Accompany patients on community outings, providing assistance and supervision.
• Ensure patient safety by using approved de-escalation techniques when appropriate. Remain on-site during emergencies unless otherwise directed by leadership.
• Observe patients and report changes in functioning, behaviors, or concerns regarding medication to clinical staff.
• Maintain up-to-date certifications in CPI, CPR, and First Aid.
• Develop skills in screening patient calls and assessing the severity of needs.
• Learn and adhere to the treatment planning model and patient rights, including understanding the complaint processes.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the team and patient care.

Physical Requirements

• Moderate exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.
• Minimal ergonomic risk for repetitive motion impairment.
• Moderate physical exertion (bending, lifting, twisting) in the work area.
• Ability to engage with patients who may become violent and participate in physical patient holds using approved techniques when necessary.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous experience in transitional living preferred.
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification must be obtained after hire and prior to providing direct patient care (must be maintained and kept current).
• BLS (Basic Life Support) and First Aid certification must be obtained after hire and prior to providing direct patient care (must be maintained and kept current).
• Valid driver’s license and active auto insurance coverage.
• Satisfactory results from criminal and driving record background checks.
• Minimum age of 21 years.