JOB SUMMARY

Behavior Health Associate works closely with each of the clients and medical staff, on an individual basis aiding in the areas of, medication observation and medical appointment scheduling, as well as overall client health, in an intensive inpatient health care facility.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Clean DMV record and/or in accordance with company insurance requirements.
• Valid Driver's License.
• Company provides a 2-week training program.
• Must have criminal background clearance.
• Must have a completed TB Test, CPR/First Aid Certification, and Health Screening.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Active license or certification in the medical field.
• Two years of experience in a medical profession, pharmacy, Mental Health, or Military Corpsman health setting
• CNA or MA Certificate highly preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Observation, documentation, audit functions, and record-keeping of all observed, inventoried, destroyed, and prescribed medications.
• Assesses patients with undiagnosed or diagnosed conditions and assists in ascertaining clinical medication management with the Nurse Practitioner and Medical Director.
• Observation, documentation, and record-keeping of client health status.
• Works closely with Nurses/Nurse Practitioners/Medical Director/ LMFT/ and Case Managers on client health status and presenting conditions.
• Manages complete Medication Observation Record Sheets and system.
• Sets all medical appointments for clients including medical, dental, and psychiatric as needed.
• Educates and counsels clients and other organizational health care providers on optimal use of medicines (e.

g., proper use, avoidance of overmedication)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers and handle or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

NOTE:

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" relationship.

Pay:

$25.00 - $29.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Can you commute to Winfield? Do you have a valid driver's license? Do you have a valid CNA/CMA? Can you work full time First shift, Second shift, or NOC?

Work Location:

In person