Behavioral Health Associate 1 - FT (NOC Shift - 11:00 PM - 7:30 AM, Sunday to Thursday)

San Jose Behavioral Health is currently seeking a Behavioral Health Associate I to assist the nursing staff with comprehensive inpatient care and treatment within our new 133-bed Acute Psychiatric Hospital .

San Jose Behavioral Health is where adults and adolescents can receive comprehensive inpatient treatment for a range of behavioral and mental health disorders.

Conveniently located in the heart of San Jose the hospital is easily accessible to residents in Santa Clara County, San Mateo County, and Alameda County.

The Hospital campus is situated amid gently rolling hills and features serene views of beautiful natural surroundings.

Our supportive work environment is focused on sharing knowledge and expertise to help you get acclimated to your new role.

Along with detailed training and continual support, our company will give you the autonomy you need to achieve your career goals.

You already are passionate and caring about the patients. We will provide the same passion and attitude towards you

San Jose Behavioral Health is part of Acadia Healthcare, a leading provider of behavioral healthcare services across the United States.

Acadia operates a growing network of 230 plus behavioral healthcare facilities with approximately 10,200 beds in 40 states and Puerto Rico.

With more than 20,000 employees serving approximately 70,000 patients daily, Acadia is the largest stand-alone behavioral health company in the U.S.

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San Jose Behavioral Health provides a comprehensive package of benefits for Full-time. Current benefits include :

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Acadia Healthcare 401(k) plan with match
• General Paid Time off to include : Vacation, Sick, Personal Days, and Extended Sick Leave plus Holidays / Holiday Pay
• Excellent training program
• Professional growth opportunity that is second to none in the industry. Join a team with defined career paths and a national family of hospitals and facilities

THIS POSITION IS FULL TIME - 40 HOURS AND WORK SCHEDULE : FT (NOC Shift - 11 : 00 PM - 7 : 30 AM, Sunday to Thursday)

PURPOSE STATEMENT :

Responsible for providing personal care services to patients at the facility under the direction of the Director of Nursing.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :

• 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.
• 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.
• OTHER FUNCTIONS :
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / SKILL REQUIREMENTS :

High school diploma or equivalent required. Prefer one year experience working with the specific population of the facility.

LICENSES / DESIGNATIONS / CERTIFICATIONS :

First Aid, CPR, de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).

COMPENSATION

Compensation for roles at San Jose Behavioral Health varies depending on a wide array of factors including but not limited to the specific location, role, skill set, and level of experience.

As required by local law, San Jose Behavioral Health provides a reasonable hourly range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California as set forth below.

SJBH Range $20.00 / hour - $28.88 / hour - DOE Additional Shift Differentials will apply