Position Highlights:

·         Position: Mental Health Associate I

·         Location: Naperville, IL

·         Full Time/Part Time: Full Time/ PM Shifts

·         Hours: 40 Hours/Week (3PM -11:30 PM)

The Mental Health Associate provides direct patient care to patients with behavioral health disorders.  Participates in treatment planning and implementation.  Facilitates groups within assigned treatment programs.  Documents according to department/organization procedures.  Ensures the safety and well-being of these patients by maintaining a safe milieu.

What you will need:

·         A Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a Behavioral Health related field, no previous experience or A Bachelor’s Degree or higher in a non-Behavioral Health related field, a minimum of one year of behavioral health experience

·         Maintain information as highly confidential   

·         Ability to maintain professional boundaries and willingness to seek supervision

 Experience Preferred:

·         Familiarity with medical and psychological terminology

·         Skills in teaching or assisting with activities of daily living.

·         Prior experience with therapeutic limit-setting and milieu management

Education and/or Experience Required:

·         A valid driver’s license is required if the incumbent is selected to perform related duties at an off-site location. If the incumbent uses their personal vehicle, the incumbent must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law and evidence of such coverage may be requested.

·         CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within 90 days of hire

·         Current CPR Certification issued by either American Heart Association or Red Cross

·         Community Involvement Opportunities

Benefits offered by Edward-Elmhurst Health include:

·         Medical, dental, and vision

·         401K

·         Tuition reimbursement

·         Paid time off

·         Plus many other Employee Perks