Mental Health Associate-1st Shift

Responsibilities

He/she provides direct care to residents with psychiatric disorders to ensure safety and well‑being. MHA’s have the primary responsibility for ensuring resident safety on the unit using a therapeutic approach to tasks including assistance with daily activities, facilitation of groups and other duties as assigned by Group Leader, Assistant Group Leader, or Shift Supervisor.

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in psychology, social work, education, criminal justice, or related mental health field preferred but not required.
• Detail‑oriented with strong documentation skills. Able to monitor residents safely and perform physical management techniques and crisis intervention.
• Experience in a residential mental/behavioral health setting strongly preferred.
• Must be 19 years or older and have successful drug screen and background check (includes criminal history, Child Abuse and Neglect Registry, and ABI/FBI fingerprint check).

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive compensation and generous PTO
• Excellent medical, dental, vision and prescription drug plans
• 401(k) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi student loan refinancing program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ subsidiaries

Stephanie Cunningham, HR Generalist – or 205‑836‑1012.

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