Behavioral Health Associate

Harbor Oaks Hospital

3 days ago

New Baltimore, Michigan$17.50 - $23.31 per hourFull TimeBehavioral Health Technician

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Harbor Oaks Hospital as a Behavioral Health Associate in New Baltimore, MI. Overview Harbor Oaks Hospital is looking for a Behavioral Health Associate to join our team. PAY RANGE: $17.

Key Responsibilities

PURPOSE STATEMENT: Responsible for providing personal care services to patients at the facility under the direction of clinical or nursing leadership.

Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always.

When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints.

Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

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

Salary: $17.50 - $23.31/hr

401(k) with employer match.

Work Schedule

Full-Time position.

Weekend coverage may be required.

Apply to join Harbor Oaks Hospital as a Behavioral Health Associate.

Key Skills

Patient CareSafety ChecksClinical DocumentationVital Signs MonitoringGroup FacilitationDe-escalationCrisis InterventionPatient ObservationActivities of Daily Living SupportCustomer Service

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Position Insights

Psychiatry — Physician Career Context

This Psychiatry position at Harbor Oaks Hospital 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.

Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

Compensation Analysis

Stated compensation: $17.50 - $23.31 per hour.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $23 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in New Baltimore, Michigan.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Patient Care, Safety Checks, Clinical Documentation, Vital Signs Monitoring, Group Facilitation, De-escalation, Crisis Intervention, Patient Observation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: Provide personal care and safety supervision for patients in a mental health and addiction treatment setting. Facilitate educational groups and document clinical information while ensuring a secure environment.

Benefits package: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA & FSA, Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D, Disability, 401(k) with company match, EAP. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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