Bh Tech/recovery Advocate - 1st Shift

Creekside BH

Port Matilda, Pennsylvania, US
Competitive salary commensurate with experience; c...
Not specified
Monitoring and reporting client behaviors
Applying de-escalation techniques
Conducting safety checks and contraband searches
The job posting is for a Behavioral Health Associate I at St. Joseph Institute for Addiction in Port Matilda, Pennsylvania. The position involves monitoring clients, providing care and support, and facilitating therapeutic activities within a multidisciplinary treatment team

Job Summary

  • The Behavioral Health Associate serves as an integral part of the multidisciplinary treatment team responsible for monitoring client behaviors and providing continuous care.
  • Candidates must apply de-escalation techniques to manage client emotions and respond effectively to crisis situations and medical emergencies.
  • St. Joseph Institute for Addiction offers a comprehensive benefit plan and competitive salary while encouraging veterans and military spouses to apply.

Matching Summary

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The job posting is for a Behavioral Health Associate I at St. Joseph Institute for Addiction in Port Matilda, Pennsylvania. The position involves monitoring clients, providing care and support, and facilitating therapeutic activities within a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Salary

Competitive salary commensurate with experience; Comprehensive benefit plan included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • monitoring and reporting client behaviors
  • applying de-escalation techniques
  • conducting safety checks and contraband searches
  • documenting client records accurately
  • assisting with recreational activities

Nice-to-have

  • knowledge of psychiatric disorders
  • experience with dual diagnosis populations
  • motivating clients toward treatment goals
  • participating in activity planning
  • providing transfer or transportation services

Key Requirements

  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • CPR certification required
  • De-escalation certification required
  • Six months experience preferred
  • First aid knowledge may be required

Work Rights

Not specified

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