Behavioral Health Associate (BHA)

1 month ago
United Statesstarting at $16Full TimeGeneral Medicine

Job Description

About the Role

Join Geisinger Behavioral Health Center Northeast as a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) in United States. Overview We’re Hiring Behavioral Health Associates! Location: Geisinger Behavioral Health – Moosic, PAJoin our team and make a difference every day!

Key Responsibilities

  • ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Demonstrate a sense of urgency related to the importance of patient safety and provide excellent customer services.
  • ​Ensure the well-being of patients and provide a positive, supportive and structured environment.
  • ​Document timely, accurate and appropriate clinical information in patient's medical record.

Requirements

  • EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS: · High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • · Six months or more experience working with the specific population of the facility preferred.
  • LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS: · CPR and de-escalation and restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
  • · First aid may be required based on state or facility requirements.

Benefits & Compensation

  • on Bonus Evening & Night Shift Differentials Pay Increase After 90 Days BIG SIGN
  • ON BONUS ALERT! Join Our Team Today and Earn Up to $3,000! Full
  • Time Positions: 1st Payment: $750 after 90 days 2nd Payment: $750 after 6 months 3rd Payment: $1,500 after 1 yearTOTAL: $3,000! Part
  • Time Positions: 1st Payment: $375 after 90 days 2nd Payment: $375 after 6 months 3rd Payment: $750 after 1 yearTOTAL: $1,500! Payments made on the first full pay period after each milestone.

Work Schedule

  • Full-time position.
  • Weekend coverage may be required.
  • Night or evening shifts may be required.

Apply to join Geisinger Behavioral Health Center Northeast as a Behavioral Health Associate (BHA).

Key Skills

Patient SafetyCustomer ServiceBehavioral HealthSafety ChecksDocumentationClinical InformationDe-escalationRestraint CertificationVital SignsGroup FacilitationSocial SkillsCoping SkillsAnger ManagementActivities of Daily LivingEmpathyProfessionalism
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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Behavioral Health Associate (BHA) at Geisinger Behavioral Health Center Northeast a 3.9 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as below average. This places the position in the average range of all General Medicine physician listings evaluated on our platform.

Candidates should carefully assess workload expectations and scheduling demands before applying.

General Medicine — Physician Career Context

This General Medicine position at Geisinger Behavioral Health Center Northeast is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Compensation Analysis

Stated compensation: starting at $16.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Patient Safety, Customer Service, Behavioral Health, Safety Checks, Documentation, Clinical Information, De-escalation, Restraint Certification. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this General Medicine role.

Core responsibilities: Essential functions include demonstrating urgency for patient safety, ensuring patient well-being in a structured environment, conducting safety checks, and documenting clinical information accurately. Responsibilities also involve interacting with patients, observing behaviors, assisting with activ...

Benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) Plan. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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About Geisinger Behavioral Health Center Northeast

Hospitals and Health Care
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Benefits & Perks

Medical
Dental
Vision
401(k) Plan
3.9

Work-Life Balance Score

Below Average

Protective Factors (2)

Flexible scheduling (Schedule control protective)

Supportive environment (Culture alignment key)

Interpretation: Position shows moderate burnout protection with 2 validated protective factors.

Job Details

Employment Type

Full Time

Posted

1mo ago

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