Behavioral Health Associate 1

Job Description

Overview ​ PURPOSE STATEMENT: Seven Hills Hospital is a growing, private, 134-bed psychiatric hospital that is dedicated to providing high-quality care for adults, geriatrics, and adolescents (ages 5-17) who are suffering from behavioral health and chemical dependency issues. Our patients recover at our new, state-of-the art medical facility in the Seven Hills area of Henderson, Nevada. Henderson is one of the fastest growing cities in the US and is located just 7 miles from the famed Las Vegas Strip and a couple of miles from beautiful Lake Mead. Seven Hills Hospital is part of the Acadia Healthcare, a provider of behavioral healthcare services throughout the US. Responsible for providing personal care services to patients at the facility under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership. Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always. When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints. Recognize that patient safety is a top priority. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Demonstrate a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety and provide excellent customer services. ​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. ​May oversee or assist patients with activities of dai