Behavioral Health Aide

Job Type: Union Position | Full-Time

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 Behavioral Health Aide who excels in this role:

• Education: High School diploma required. Associates Degree in social work, psychology, sociology or related field preferred
• Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Licenses: Must have or apply for a Washington State Agency Affiliated Counselor within thirty (30) days of employment.
• Bilingual and/or English-Spanish speaking preferred. Ability to work with culturally diverse population.
• 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.
• Minimum Work Experience Three (3) years' recent clinical / management experience in mental health treatment preferred.

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 Professional 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:

• Bilingual and/or English Spanish speaking preferred and ability to work with culturally diverse population.
• Master's Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field from an accredited university.
• Must be a Licensed Agency Affiliated Counselor or Certified Agency Affiliated Counselor.
• Certifications: Current American Heart Association BLS certification or obtained within 90 days after hire date.
• At least five years experience working in the Mental Health Field preferred.
• Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work within the required supervision parameters established by Washington Department of Health Licensed Professional Counselors.

Connect with a Recruiter

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Maria Delgado by emailing ***email_hidden***.

Hourly range: $17.86-$25.15

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."

Pay Transparency Notice (Washington State)

If you believe this job posting does not include accurate or complete pay information in accordance with the Washington State Equal Pay and Opportunities Act, please inform us immediately. You can contact us at 833-271-4269 to report the issue. For more information on your rights under Washington's pay transparency laws, visit the Washington State Department of Labor and Industries website at: https://lni.wa.

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.