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Make a Difference in Behavioral Health - FT/PT Support Staff Opportunities!
Behavioral Health Services North (BHSN)Â
Plattsburgh & Surrounding Locations | Full-Time & Part-Time | 2nd Shift & 3rd Shift OpportunitiesÂ
$20-22/hr. with shift differential
At Behavioral Health Services North (BHSN), we believe recovery happens through connection, compassion, and community.
If you’re looking for more than “just a job” and want to be part of a team transforming care and enriching lives, we’d love to hear from you.
We are currently seeking Support Staff professionals to join our growing Adult Residential and Crisis programs serving adults, children, and families across the North Country. These are rewarding opportunities for individuals who want to make a meaningful impact while building experience in behavioral health, human services, psychology, social work, or crisis support.
Apply today to be considered for upcoming interviews. Interviews will be taking place over the upcoming weeks for individuals joining our June 22, 2026 onboarding group.
We Are Hiring For
- Full-Time and Part-Time positionsÂ
- Evening (2nd Shift) and Overnight (3rd Shift) schedulesÂ
- Adult Residential ProgramsÂ
- Adult & Children’s Crisis HousesÂ
What You’ll Do
As a Support Staff team member, you will provide direct support to individuals experiencing mental health, behavioral health, or life stability challenges by helping create a safe, supportive, recovery-focused environment.
Responsibilities may include:
- Supporting residents and participants with daily living skillsÂ
- Providing emotional support, de-escalation, and encouragementÂ
- Assistingindividuals in developing coping and wellness strategiesÂ
- Maintaining a safe, structured, and welcoming environmentÂ
- Supporting transportation, appointments, activities, and community integrationÂ
- Observing self-medication administration per program protocolsÂ
- Documenting services and participant interactionsÂ
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary behavioral health teamsÂ
- Assistingduring crisis stabilization and recovery support servicesÂ
No two shifts are the same and every shift matters.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking compassionate, dependable individuals who:
- Enjoy helping othersÂ
- Stay calm under pressureÂ
- Communicate well and work collaborativelyÂ
- Value teamwork and person-centered careÂ
- Want to grow within behavioral health and human servicesÂ
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Human services, behavioral health, psychology, social work, or related experience preferredÂ
- Experience supporting individuals with mental health or substance use challenges is a plusÂ
- Valid NYS Driver’s Licenserequired
- Ability to work evenings, overnights, weekends, and holidays as scheduledÂ
Why Join BHSN?
- Competitive pay withadditionalshift differential opportunitiesÂ
- Generous paid time offÂ
- Health, dental, and vision insuranceÂ
- Retirement plan optionsÂ
- Paid training and professional developmentÂ
- Opportunities for advancement and internal growthÂ
- Work that truly makes a difference in your communityÂ
Apply today to join one of the fastest-growing behavioral health organizations in the region!
JOIN A WORKPLACE WHERE YOU BELONG
BHSN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and champions Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion across all levels of the organization. We are committed to ensuring every team member can be their authentic self and thrive both personally and professionally. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), ethnicity, color, creed, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, arrest or conviction record, domestic violence survivor status, reproductive health decisions, citizenship or immigration status, or any other factor protected by law.
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