Behavioral Health Associate On Call

Who is Comprehensive Healthcare
Comprehensive Healthcare provides innovative behavioral health and integrated healthcare services to clients of all ages. We take pride in our creative and collaborative work environment and in delivering clinically excellent trauma-informed recovery-oriented services.

What are we looking for in a Behavioral Health Associate
Behavioral Health Associatesprovide care support and a safe living environment for individuals residing within our 24-hour inpatient and residential facilities. Behavioral Health Associates follow trauma-informed care practices to support clients in stabilizing symptoms and learning illness management skills with the goal of improving quality of life. This position is supported by a multidisciplinary team that includes nurses therapists prescribers and other direct care staff. This Behavioral Health Associate position is On-Call and as-needed with no set schedule. Available shifts mayinclude days evenings nights and weekends. This position is not eligible for benefits.

Behavioral Health Associate duties may include:

• promoting and engaging in therapeutic activities with clients
• accompanying clients to appointments community events and outings
• collaborating with the clients family & natural supports and with community support and healthcare providers
• providing coaching and supportive counseling in both group & individual settings
• monitoring medication self-administration symptoms & medication response
• maintaining a safe and clean environment which may vary from general housekeeping to deep cleaning depending on assigned facility
• completing required documentation that reflects the activities goals and progress of each client

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous related experience preferred
• Must be eligible for registration as Agency Affiliated Counselor
• Must have valid drivers license and vehicle liability insurance
• Must be willing to comply with N95 respirator requirements including the removal of facial hair for initial fit testing and throughout employment when donning N95 respirators is clinically indicated
• In compliance with state and federal law Comprehensive Healthcare requires all candidates to complete a post-offer pre-employment drug screen and background check. Please refer to WAC through for information on criminal convictions and pending charges that automatically disqualify an individual from working for Comprehensive Healthcare. Please refer to RCW 49.44.240 for information on pre-employment drug screening.

It is the policy of Comprehensive Healthcare to ensure that employees are provided the equipment necessary to protect their health from respiratory disease in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. Respirators training and medical evaluations are provided at no cost to the employee during normal working hours. The medical evaluation will determine the employees ability to use a respirator and is required prior to completing fit testing of the respirator. Fit testing will be performed using the same make model style and size of respirator that will be used by the employee when at work. A respirator is designed to achieve a very close facial fit and very efficient filtration of airborne particles. The edges of the respirator are designed to form a seal around the nose and mouth. To achieve this employees must (a) arrive for fit testing clean shaven around the sealing surface of the mask; (s) have nothing to eat or drink other than plain water for 20 minutes prior to the appointment; and (3) have not smoked vaped or chewed gum for 20 minutes prior to the appointment.

What Comprehensive Healthcare Can Offer You
Training and Development

• A variety of career opportunities in a wide range of settings with room for mobility and promotion
• Regular training opportunities including support supervision and consultation in implementing evidence-based services and programs

Innovative Program & Services

• A strong reputation for providing quality evidence-based services within a collaborative multi-disciplinary team environment
• Innovative forward-looking leadership that seeks to thrive in an ever-changing healthcare environment
• Joint Commission-accredited organization committed to continuous quality improvement
• Established partnerships with major research universities and other community and healthcare providers to implement cutting-edge treatment programs and services

In compliance with state and federal law Comprehensive Healthcare requires all candidates to complete a post-offer pre-employment drug screen and background check. Please refer to WAC through for information on criminal convictions and pending charges that automatically disqualify an individual from working for Comprehensive Healthcare. Please refer to RCW 49.44.240 for information on pre-employment drug screening.

Comprehensive Healthcare is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race sex age color religion national origin sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status veteran status disability status or any other basis prohibited by federal state or local law. We value the diverse perspectives and strengths that our employees bring to the workplace and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply for our positions. The Human Resources department provides accommodations and assistance to complete the application and interview process; please contact us to make arrangements.