Behavioral Health Associate

Who is Comprehensive Healthcare?
Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative Behavioral Health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented services.
What are we looking for in a Behavioral Health Associate?
Behavioral Health Associates provide care, support, and a safe living environment for individuals residing within our 24-hour inpatient and residential facilities. Behavioral Health Associates follow trauma-informed care practices to support clients in stabilizing symptoms and learning illness management skills with the goal of improving quality of life. This role is best suited to someone who communicates effectively, remaining supportive and empathetic during challenging situations, and who values teamwork and collaboration in working toward the goal of improving the lives of the individuals we serve. A general understanding of Behavioral Health issues is helpful. This Behavioral Health Associate position is per diem (intermittent) and as-needed, with no set schedule and no guarantee of hours in a given week. Available shifts may include days, evenings, nights, and weekends, with shift differentials for evening and overnight hours (extra $1/hr for 6pm-midnight and $1.50/hr for midnight-6am). As a per diem role, this position is not eligible for benefits.
 

This position is part of our Crossroads team in Sunnyside. Crossroads is a sixteen-bed transitional facility that serves adult residents with chronic or acute mental illness. Goals of the program include maintaining control over psychiatric symptoms, providing education to enhance activities of daily living, facilitating participation in mental health treatment and rehabilitation, and creating a safe environment for the recovery process.
Behavioral Health Associate duties may include:

• promoting and engaging in therapeutic activities with clients
• accompanying clients to appointments, community events, and outings
• collaborating with the client’s family & natural supports, and with community support and healthcare providers
• providing coaching and supportive counseling in both group & individual settings
• monitoring medication self-administration, symptoms & medication response
• maintaining a safe and clean environment, which may vary from general housekeeping to deep cleaning depending on assigned facility
• completing required documentation that reflects the activities, goals, and progress of each client
• ensuring the safety of yourself, other staff, and clients by properly using personal protective equipment (PPE), including N95 respirator masks, when appropriate

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous related experience preferred
• Must be willing to comply with N95 respirator requirements, including the removal of facial hair for initial fit testing and throughout employment when donning N95 respirators is clinically indicated
• Must be eligible for registration as Agency Affiliated Counselor
• Must have valid driver's license and vehicle liability insurance

What Comprehensive Healthcare Can Offer You
Training and Development

• A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion
• Regular training opportunities including support, supervision, and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs

Innovative Program & Services

• A strong reputation for providing quality, evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment
• Innovative, forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment
• Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement
• Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services

Comprehensive Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law. We value the diverse perspectives and strengths that our employees bring to the workplace and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for our positions. The Human Resources department provides accommodations and assistance to complete the application and interview process; please contact us to make arrangements.