BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AIDE

Job Description

Job Description

Come join this collaborative and innovated team.  At Hillcrest Commons Nursing & Rehabilitation Center you will  enjoy WEEKLY pay, generous time off, exceptional health insurance and the ability to grow in your career.

Ready to love working again and be proud of where you work? Do you want to be valued and have an opportunity to make a meaningful impact? If you answered ‘yes,’ we can’t wait to introduce you to our team of dedicated, caring professionals.

Join one of the largest post-acute health care systems across Massachusetts, committed to fulfilling the health and residential needs of the population in the communities we serve.

Why choose Hillcrest Commons Nursing & Rehab Center:

• Competitive Compensation
• Employee Satisfaction
• Growth and Career Advancement
• Cookouts and Luncheon’s
• Culture of Respect and Empowerment

• Celebrating Individuality
• Recognizing Excellence

Benefits include but not limited to:

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday)
• Medical Insurance
• FSA
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability Insurance
• HRA
• 401(k)

From short term rehab and recovery to long term skilled nursing care, hospice services, restorative care, and even respite care, we are by your side. Hillcrest Commons has been caring for area families since 1995, providing top-quality skilled nursing care for short-term rehabilitation and long-term care. We focus on maximizing patient recovery, comfort, and independence for the highest possible quality of life. From post-surgery and post-hospital rehabilitation to long-term care for a chronic illness, our highly skilled care teams provide compassionate attention and specialized care every step of the way.

Under the direction of the Program Director/Assistant, the Behavioral Health Aide provides support to all residents on the behavioral unit. The Behavioral Aide helps to promote a highly structured environment for residents daily, with the goal of improving the individual’s behavior/quality of life.

As a Behavioral Health Aide, you will:

• Be expected to maintain a current and valid CNA Certification in Massachusetts
• Work with residents having various mental health needs and/or aggressive behaviors
• Assist on the unit and provide behavioral support when needed.
• Provide therapeutic programming (running group activities etc)
• Chart activity logs
• Monitor hallways and provide redirection to residents if needed.
• Act as a role model for residents (pro-social behavior, group participation)
• Maintain safety standards for residents at all times.
• Monitor, record and document observations of resident’s behavior.
• Provide personal care to residents if needed (I.e. toileting, feeding, positioning)
• Instruct and counsel residents on positive behavioral aspects.
• Maintain and manage clean and safe environment for residents.

Pay Rate: $20 - $24 per hour 

Weekend and Evening shift differentials available

Per Diem Positions Available

Current CNA Certification Required

Must complete CNA program and obtain certification within 120 days of hire through facility funded classes