Mental Health Associate II - Plainfield Outpatient - Day Shift

Job description

Hourly Pay Range: $26.61 - $39.92 - The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors. Po sit i on H i gh li ghts: Position: Mental Health Associate II Location: Plainfield IL: Full Time/Part Time: Full Time (40 hours/week) Hours: Day Shift (Holidays Required) / May float to other inpatient and outpatient sites. What you will do: Provides direct care to patients with psychiatric disorders by participating in treatment planning and implementation. Precepts new employees to the unit. Trains new Behavioral Health Associates to conduct groups. Supports the maintenance of therapeutic milieu. Conducts program in services as directed. Ensures the safety and well-being of the patients. Maintains documentation according to department/organization procedures. What you will need: Education, Skills and/or Experience Required: A Bachelor's Degree in a Behavioral Health related field A minimum of one year of experience in behavioral health Maintain information as highly confidential: Ability to exercise self-control in potentially volatile situations, such as being verbally or physically confronted in a threatening or aggressive man...