Acadia Healthcare

  • Springfield, MO


  • Permanent

  • Full-time
Description :

We currently are hiring for the following shifts available at our location on Market Street and Grand Street in Springfield, MO. Also, we have part time and full time shifts.

7: 00A – 3: 30P

3: 00P – 11: 30A

11: 00A – 7: 30P

This is an excellent opportunity for those enrolled in a Master’s program in Nursing, Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Criminal Justice, Philosophy or related field.

As a Behavioral Health Associate at Lakeland, you will participate in the development and implementation of patients’ treatment plan by:

  • Providing care and close supervision of facility patients and documenting behavior
  • Developing positive relationships with patients and co-workers
  • Following facility policies and procedures implementing treatment plans and providing crisis intervention as necessary.
  • Actively participate as part of the treatment team, providing continuous patient care, supervision and interaction
  • Act as a role model in using appropriate counseling skills by de-escalating aggression, using active listening skills, using appropriate tone and volume of voice, providing a high frequency and variety of positive reinforcements, maintaining appropriate boundaries, and promoting a positive peer culture.

One of the most rewarding aspects of working as a Behavioral Health Associate is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. And you will have the opportunity to grow, learn and advance in your career.

Lakeland Behavioral Health values Diversity and Inclusivity. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Skills : Attention to Detail: Required Novice

Behaviors : Team Player: Works well as a member of a group

Motivation : Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

Education : High School/GED

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