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Maxim Healthcare Services
Behavioral Health Professional
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What they do
A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.
$42,001 / year median in California
+19% projected growth
Job Description
Salary $21- $24 per hour Make a meaningful difference, one child at a time. If you're looking for more than a job, join Maxim Healthcare as a Behavior Technician and help children and/or adults build skills that can support greater independence, communication, and connection. You'll provide one-on-one support in home-based or community-based settings, depending on each client's individual needs, while working alongside experienced Board Certified Behavior Analysts. No two sessions are exactly alike, but every session provides an opportunity to celebrate progress and help someone reach an important goal. Why Join Maxim? Competitive hourly pay with weekly paychecks Paid time off Health, dental, and vision insurance Health savings account, life insurance, and 401(k) savings plan College partnership and tuition reimbursement options Mileage reimbursement Morning, afternoon, and evening schedules available High session utilization and makeup hours available Awards and recognition Program Opportunities to strengthen your behavioral-health skills and grow your career What You'll Do Work one-on-one with children and/or adults with Autism Spectrum Disorder and similar developmental delays and behavioral health challenges Help individuals build social and communication skills Support families by addressing repetitive or restrictive behaviors Follow behavior-change plans created by Board Certified Behavior Analysts Collect and document progress, milestones, and session information accurately Create encouraging, structured interactions during every session What You Bring Passion for working with individuals with special needs Strong communication skills High school diploma or equivalent required Must be at least 18 years of age