Behavioral Health Associate Ii (qmhp Preferred)

Creekside BH

Portsmouth, Virginia, US
Competitive salary commensurate with experience; c...
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Client behavior monitoring and reporting
Crisis situation response and de-escalation
Conducting safety checks and contraband searches
Creekside Behavioral Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate II in Portsmouth, Virginia, to join their multidisciplinary treatment team. The role involves providing client care, monitoring behaviors, facilitating therapeutic activities, and responding to crises, with a preference for candidates holding QMHP certification

Job Summary

  • The Behavioral Health Associate II serves as an integral part of the multidisciplinary treatment team responsible for monitoring client behaviors and providing continuous care.
  • Candidates must be able to apply de-escalation techniques to manage client emotions and respond effectively in crisis situations and medical emergencies.
  • Safe Harbor Recovery Center offers a comprehensive benefit plan and competitive salary while specifically encouraging applications from veterans and military spouses.

Matching Summary

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Creekside Behavioral Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Associate II in Portsmouth, Virginia, to join their multidisciplinary treatment team. The role involves providing client care, monitoring behaviors, facilitating therapeutic activities, and responding to crises, with a preference for candidates holding QMHP certification.

Salary

Competitive salary commensurate with experience; Comprehensive benefit plan included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Client behavior monitoring and reporting
  • Crisis situation response and de-escalation
  • Conducting safety checks and contraband searches
  • Facilitating educational-rehabilitative groups
  • Documenting client records accurately
  • Taking and recording vital signs

Nice-to-have

  • QMHP certification preferred
  • Experience with psychiatric disorders
  • Dual diagnosis treatment knowledge
  • Veteran-focused programming experience
  • Activity planning and resource organization

Key Requirements

  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • At least one year experience as a BHA
  • One or more years experience with specific population
  • CPR certification required
  • De-escalation certification required

Work Rights

Not specified

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