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Meadows of Wickenburg Inc·Wickenburg, Arizona
Behavioral Health Associate - Gentle Path - Wickenburg
The Behavioral Health Associate monitors patient behavior, provides continuous supervision, and assists in the implementation of individualized treatment plans. They also respond to crisis situations and maintain accurate patient records while facilitating patient engagement in therapeutic activities.
The Behavioral Health Associate serves as an integral part of the multidisciplinary treatment team and is responsible for monitoring and reporting of patient behaviors; providing continuous patient care, supervision, interaction, and role modeling; assisting in patient data collection, recording, and maintenance; and responding in crisis situations and emergencies as needed. Essential Job Functions: Ensures the well-being of patients and provides a safe, positive, supportive, and structured environment. Maintains a constant awareness and supervision of patients Interacts routinely with patients, observes behaviors, and communicates significant observations to group therapist and supervisor. Intervene appropriately with patients experiencing a behavioral crisis situation, i.e., suicidal, threatening behavior, elopement and/or other situations, using approved interventions. Provide education in accordance with patient weekly schedule under supervision of Clinical Director. Participate with the treatment team in implementation of the individualized plan of care. Report factors that may impede successful accomplishment of the treatment plan to group therapist and supervisor. Assists in the admission and discharge of patient. Engages with patient in activities and interactions designed to encourage achievement of treatment goals (e.g. peer support check-ins, virtual meetings, ancillary services, skill practice and exposure-oriented exercises, environment of care patient engagement activities, alumni visits, open art, gym, recreation, and Brain Center. Documents in patient records timely, accurately, and appropriately Serves as a resource for new patients introducing them to other patients and staff, explaining programs and encouraging participation. Orients patients to the activities program, explaining the benefits of activities. Initiate and maintain ongoing communication with referent, other health care providers as well as family members for care coordination. Supports outcome and satisfaction survey data collection. Assists with monthly chart audit process. QualificationsEducation and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or related field preferred. High School Diploma/GED required One years' experience working in a behavioral health care facility preferred.
A high school diploma or GED is required for this position. One year of experience in a behavioral health care facility and a bachelor's degree in a related field are preferred.
Market context
Behavioral health employers in Arizona often look for candidates who can connect directly with clients through lived experience and strong community-based support skills. These roles can be competitive because they may require a high school diploma, a preferred bachelor’s degree, and quick completion of Peer Support Certification, along with a valid Arizona driver’s license and fingerprint clearance. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification timeline and clearance readiness before applying.