Responsible for providing personal care services to patients at the facility under the direction of intake, clinical or nursing leadership, the Behavioral Health Associate needs to demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, the BHA must acknowledge and work to resolve complaints, and always recognize that patient safety is a top priority. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Demonstrate a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety

and provide excellent customer services.

• Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and

structured environment.

• Responsible for conducting safety checks and ensuring that supervision is

conducted at 15 minute intervals, as noted in special precautions, or in accordance with individualized supervision guidelines as needed.

• Document timely, accurate and appropriate clinical information in patient's

medical record.

• Assist in providing a safe, secure and comfortable environment for patients,

significant others and staff.

• Interact routinely with patients, observe behaviors and communicate

significant observations to nursing staff.

• May oversee or assist patients with activities of daily living, including

toileting, bathing, dressing, grooming, oral hygiene, meals, snacks, hydration and changing bed linens.

• May obtain patient's vital signs, height and weight as assigned and document

in patient record.

• Facilitate patient educational-rehabilitative groups which cover a variety of

topics including social skills, coping skills, anger management and independent living skills.

• Engage patients in activities and interactions designed to encourage

achievement of treatment goals.

• Complete and maintain required documentation. Assist with follow-up and

paperwork as required on incidents and events that may take place in the facility.

• May provide transportation for patient or coordinate transportation with

appropriate staff member.

• Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards

customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months or more experience working with the specific population of the

facility preferred. LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

• CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training

available upon hire and offered by facility).

• First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

BENEFITS: Ohio Hospital provides a comprehensive package of benefits for our nurses and patient care staff. Current benefits include:

• Competitive hourly rates with shift differentials available
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan
• Excellent training program
• Professional growth opportunities that are second to none in the industry -

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