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Cherish Moments, LLC
Behavioral Aide
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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.
$36,127 / year median in Georgia
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Counties:
Fulton, Dekalb, Clayton, Spalding, Douglas, Fayette, and Henry We are professional, agile, and professional.- Implement evidence-based interventions and strategies to promote positive behavior change in children and adolescents
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate care and ensure comprehensive treatment
- Monitor progress and evaluate the effectiveness of treatment plans
- Provide crisis intervention and support as needed Provides one-on-one direct behavioral intervention with children/youth.
Requirements:
High School Diploma/GED- Bachelor's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field
Please Note :
Daycare Work experience is acceptable if you have a Child Development Associate certificate (CDA).- Previous experience working with individuals with behavioral or emotional challenges
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team setting
- Compassionate and empathetic approach to client care
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical guidelines GED
- High School Diploma with 6 years or more experience working with children and families
- Bachelor's degree (Human Service Degree) with 3 years of experience working with children and families
- Master's degree (Human Service Degree) with 1 year of experience working with children and families
- Bilingual in Spanish is a plus