• Position: Mental Health Associate I
• Location: Naperville, IL
• Full Time/Part Time: PRN

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 orA 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