Behavioral Health Associate - PRN
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Valley Behavioral Health
Barling, AR, US
Summary
The Behavioral Health Associate provides direct patient care and maintains a safe, therapeutic environment under clinical leadership. They are responsible for addressing patient concerns promptly and responding to patient needs with a focus on safety.
Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) to join our team.
Summary
As a Behavioral Health Associate, you play a vital role in keeping our patients safe while supporting their recovery every day. You will provide hands on care and compassionate support in a structured, team focused environment where your work truly matters. If you are looking for meaningful work, consistent hours, and a place where you can grow, this is an opportunity to build a career while making a real difference.
Why You Will Thrive Here
- Purpose driven work: Help ensure patient safety and support healing in an environment grounded in empathy, teamwork, and accountability. We Lead Care with Light in everything we do.
- Growth and stability: Join one of the nation’s largest behavioral health networks with clear paths for advancement and skill development.
- Supportive team culture: Work alongside experienced clinical and nursing leaders who invest in your success and well being.
- Structured environment: Predictable schedules and a professional setting designed to help you succeed and build long term skills.
Benefits That Support You
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company paid short term disability
- Earned wage access
- 401(k) plan, with a company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Employee assistance program
- Ongoing training and career growth opportunities
Responsibilities
What You Will Do
- Provide direct patient care under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership
- Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment
- Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional approach with patients and team members
- Address patient concerns promptly and respectfully to support satisfaction and safety
- Recognize and respond to patient needs with safety as a top priority
Qualifications
What You Bring
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Six months of experience working with a similar patient population preferred
- CPR and de escalation and restraint certification required. Training provided upon hire
- First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements
While this job description reflects the typical requirements of the role, responsibilities may evolve based on business needs.
We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants regardless of any characteristic protected by applicable laws.
Valley Behavioral Health System is a 114-bed treatment center that provides inpatient and outpatient services to individuals who have been struggling with a wide range of mental and behavioral health disorders.
Located in Barling, Arkansas, in the picturesque Arkansas River Valley, Valley Behavioral Health System offers age-appropriate treatment for individuals in the following demographic groups:
• Children ages 3 to 12
• Adolescents ages 13 to 18
• Adults ages 18 and above
• Seniors ages 65 and above
Depending upon the age of the individual, his or her needs and goals, and the level at which he or she is receiving care, his or her personalized treatment plan may include individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, experiential therapy, and educational support services.
Care at Valley Behavioral Health System is provided at the following levels:
• Acute inpatient services (children, adolescents, adults, and seniors)
• Sub-acute inpatient services (children and adolescents)
• Partial hospitalization program (adults)
• Intensive outpatient program (adults)
Individuals who heal at Valley Behavioral Health System will work in active collaboration with multidisciplinary teams of treatment professionals, including psychiatrists, psychiatric nurses, therapists, social workers, recreational specialists, nurse practitioners, mental health technicians, and others as needed.
For more information about Valley Behavioral Health System please call (866) 305-8282 or visit www.valleybehavioral.com.
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Non-Profit Organizations and NGOs
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Barling, AR
Valley Behavioral Health System is a 114-bed treatment center that provides inpatient and outpatient services to individuals who have been struggling with a wide range of mental and behavioral health disorders.
Located in Barling, Arkansas, in the picturesque Arkansas River Valley, Valley Behavioral Health System offers age-appropriate treatment for individuals in the following demographic groups:
• Children ages 3 to 12
• Adolescents ages 13 to 18
• Adults ages 18 and above
• Seniors ages 65 and above
Depending upon the age of the individual, his or her needs and goals, and the level at which he or she is receiving care, his or her personalized treatment plan may include individual therapy, group therapy, family therapy, experiential therapy, and educational support services.
Care at Valley Behavioral Health System is provided at the following levels:
• Acute inpatient services (children, adolescents, adults, and seniors)
• Sub-acute inpatient services (children and adolescents)
• Partial hospitalization program (adults)
• Intensive outpatient program (adults)
Individuals who heal at Valley Behavioral Health System will work in active collaboration with multidisciplinary teams of treatment professionals, including psychiatrists, psychiatric nurses, therapists, social workers, recreational specialists, nurse practitioners, mental health technicians, and others as needed.
For more information about Valley Behavioral Health System please call (866) 305-8282 or visit www.valleybehavioral.com.
Company size
11-50 employees
Industry
Non-Profit Organizations and NGOs
Org type
Public Company
Headquarters
Barling, AR
