About this opportunity
Acadia Healthcare lists this Behavioral Health Associate opportunity in kennett square, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview
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.
Worksite address
kennett square, PA, 19348, US
Who can apply
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