Behavioral Health Associate 1
White Deer Run
Summary
We are seeking a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) to join our team.
Job description
Overview
We are seeking a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) to join our team.
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.
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
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Six months of experience working with a similar patient population preferred
- CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required
- First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Company-Paid Short-Term Disability
- Earned Wage Access
- 401(k) Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Ongoing Training
- Career Growth Opportunities
Company overview
White Deer Run Treatment Network is Pennsylvania's premier provider of comprehensive addiction treatment and mental health services, operating as a network of specialized treatment centers across the state. Established with over 40 years of expertise, the organization offers a full continuum of evidence-based care for adults struggling with chemical dependency and co-occurring mental health disorders. Their comprehensive treatment programs include medically supervised detoxification, residential rehabilitation, partial hospitalization programs (PHP), intensive outpatient programs (IOP), and continuing care planning. With multiple locations throughout Pennsylvania, including facilities in Allenwood, Lehigh, and York, White Deer Run provides personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs in serene, therapeutic environments. The network employs multidisciplinary teams of medical doctors, psychiatrists, counselors, and nurse practitioners who utilize various therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, 12-Step principles, and experiential therapies. White Deer Run is recognized for its commitment to providing dignified, respectful care that empowers individuals to develop the skills necessary for long-term recovery and a substance-free lifestyle.