Behavioral Health Assistant

Your future role at a glance Location: Arlington Heights, IL Facility: Ascension Center for Mental Health Department: Supervised Residential Schedule: Rotating shift | PRN | Weekdays and weekends Salary: $22.00 per hour Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive Retirement: 403(b) plan Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources How you’ll make an impact in this role Collect, record, and report data on client progress, making specific instructional changes according to established guidelines and complete informal evaluations as required. Provide patient assistance including deescalating volatile situations and alert team members to any areas of concern. Assist with the search, inventory, storage, and return of patient property. May serve as a member of the crisis response team and participate in situational debriefs as required. What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need Preferred Credential(s): BLS Provider. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. Education High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable. What Additional Preferences We're Seeking Must have a valid Driver's License Must be 21 years or older Experience working with those with mental illness preferred Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. #J-18808-Ljbffr