What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Associate 1 position at Mississippi Department of Employment Security?
**We are seeking a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) to join our team.**
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Summary**
As a Behavioral Health Associate, you play a vital role in keeping our patients safe while supporting their recovery every day. You will provide hands on care and compassionate support in a structured, team focused environment where your work truly matters. If you are looking for meaningful work, consistent hours, and a place where you can grow, this is an opportunity to build a career while making a real difference.
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Why You Will Thrive Here**
Benefits That Support You**
**What You Will Do**
**What You Bring**
We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants regardless of any characteristic protected by applicable laws.*
*PNTOC*
**
Summary**
As a Behavioral Health Associate, you play a vital role in keeping our patients safe while supporting their recovery every day. You will provide hands on care and compassionate support in a structured, team focused environment where your work truly matters. If you are looking for meaningful work, consistent hours, and a place where you can grow, this is an opportunity to build a career while making a real difference.
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Why You Will Thrive Here**
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- **Growth and stability:** Join one of the nation's largest behavioral health networks with clear paths for advancement and skill development.
- **Supportive team culture:** Work alongside experienced clinical and nursing leaders who invest in your success and well being.
- **Structured environment:** Predictable schedules and a professional setting designed to help you succeed and build long term skills.
Benefits That Support You**
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Company paid short term disability
- Earned wage access
- 401(k) plan, with a company match
- Paid time off and holidays
- Employee assistance program
- Ongoing training and career growth opportunities
**What You Will Do**
- Provide direct patient care under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership
- Maintain a safe, structured, and therapeutic environment
- Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional approach with patients and team members
- Address patient concerns promptly and respectfully to support satisfaction and safety
- Recognize and respond to patient needs with safety as a top priority
**What You Bring**
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Six months of experience working with a similar patient population preferred
- CPR and de escalation and restraint certification required. Training provided upon hire
- First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements
We are committed to equal employment opportunities for all applicants regardless of any characteristic protected by applicable laws.*
*PNTOC*