Behavioral Health Associate Full Time

MHM Support Services

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Mercy Joplin Until 9/30/2026 First posted August 1, 2026 Last posted August 1, 2026
Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the supervision of the registered nurse, assist in the individualized care of the patient directed toward achieving the patients highest level of physical and mental wellness. Performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to nursing care. Assists in unit operational support tasks or duties. Performs duties and responsibilities in manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Preferred Education: Prefer successful completion of a High School Diploma and/or Nurse Assistant training course

Preferred Licensure:

Preferred Experience: Behavioral Health, Psych, or Direct Support Professional

The physical demands described here are the representative of the minimums that must be met by an employee to perform all essential functions of the job. Most physical demands are below, plus: Minimal: lift floor to waist height of < 30 lbs (horizontally) and < 40 lbs force, balance, Frequent: hand coordination, data entry

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

About this role

Summary

Assist in patient care under nurse supervision, supporting mental and physical wellness

Job title

Behavioral Health Associate Full Time

Experience level

none

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Mercy Joplin, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

high school diplomanurse assistant training

Preferred skills

behavioral healthpsychdirect support

Specializations

behavioral healthpsychsupport professional
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site