Job detail

MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATE-Weekends, 1st and 2nd Shifts Available

Springbrook Behavioral Health System

#Driver's License #Autism #Behavioral Health #CNA #Patient Care #Mental Health #Physical Stamina #Human Services #Adolescents

Quick overview

This role involves working directly with autistic adolescents aged 5-18 as part of a professional team, focusing on a goal-oriented treatment plan designed for children with autism and related diagnoses. The position is specifically for weekend shifts, with both 1st and 2nd shifts available.

Requirements summary

A High School Diploma or GED is required, though a degree in Human Services, Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or a CNA is preferred. Preferred experience includes six months caring for behaviorally impaired or mentally challenged patients, and a valid S.C. Driver's License is mandatory.

high schoolassociate degreebachelor degreeDependabilityInitiativeDecision MakingPatient TeachingGood Judgment

Job description

This is a Weekend Shift Position. 1st and 2nd Shifts Available

Springbrook Behavioral Health System is currently seeking caring and patient focus applicants for the role of Mental Health Associates, weekend shift. In this role you will be a member of a team of professionals who work directly with autistic adolescents between the ages of 5-18. The autism program at Springbrook is a goal oriented treatment plan designed to meet the needs of children with autism and related diagnosis.

Education

High School Graduate or GED equivalent. Prefer degree in Human Services or BA/BS in Psychology, Sociology, Criminal Justice, or CNA.

Experience

Prefer six (6) months of experience in the management/care of behaviorally impaired and/or mentally challenged patients.

Licensure

Valid S.C. Drivers License

Physical

Medium work, ability to walk, run, stand, sit, stand, stoop, bend, reach over head. Occasional exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force.

Special Skills and Abilities

Demonstrate good judgment, initiative, dependability, decision making skills, as well as patient teaching skills

Job Type: Part-Time, Weekends

COVID-19 Precaution(s)

Personal protective equipment provided or required
Temperature screenings
Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Remotely
No