Behavioral Health Aide

Job Type: Union Position | PRN

Your experience matters

We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Behavioral health Aide joining our team, you're embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Mental Health Counselor who excels in this role:

Assist in the day to day operations and safety of the Adult Inpatient Unit/CTF (Transitions) including direct patient supervision and monitoring environmental and daily activities as directed by Charge RN or lead Mental Health Professional (MHP) staff. A critical attribute required of this position include excellent customer service consisting of an outgoing, positive attitude, a warm, friendly demeanor and the utmost care and reverence for our patients, coworkers, and families.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

The Mental Health Counselor must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. The requirements listed below are below representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required:

• Minimum Education High School diploma required. Associate's degree in social work, psychology, sociology or related field preferred
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Bilingual and/or English-Spanish speaking preferred. Ability to work with culturally diverse population.
• Licenses: Must have or apply for a Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor within thirty (30) days of employment.
• May work as an agency affiliated counselor while the application is processed by the state, or possess current Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate (LMHCA), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (LMFTA), Licensed Advance Social Worker (LASW), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Social Worker Associate & Advanced (LSWAA) as defined by the Washington State Department of Health.

Hourly range: $18.44- $25.97

EEOC Statement

"Lourdes Behavior Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lourdes Behavior Health is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.