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Behavioral Health Assistant

Salary

$49,400.00 - $72,612.80 Annually

Location

Woodward - 50276 - Boone County, IA

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

26-00254

Agency

400 Health & Human Services - State Operated Specialty Care - Woodward Resource Center

Opening Date

07/30/2025

Closing Date

8/10/2025 11:59 PM Central

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Point of Contact

Simone Donovan, [email protected]

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Job Description

The Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Division of State-Operated Specialty Care, Bureau of Woodward Resource Center (WRC) is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Assistant to join our team!

Are you ready to embark on a fulfilling career path where every day is a chance to make a positive impact in the lives of others? Are you compassionate and dedicated to helping others thrive? Look no further!

As part of the WRC team, you'll:

+ Ensure the rights of individuals are respected and upheld.

+ Utilize appropriate management and training techniques to address individual needs.

+ Provide continuous active treatment programs to promote independence.

+ Maintain a safe, secure, and healthy environment.

+ Complete administrative procedures to enhance the WRC mission.

+ Assist in developing and implementing treatment programs and train staff using Competency-Based Training methods.

+ Conduct, summarize, and interpret program data for Treatment Program Manager, psychologists, and other Interdisciplinary Team Members.

+ Interact with individuals with sensitivity, dignity, and respect.

Applicants will be required to complete a background check to be considered for this position.

About Woodward Resource Center (WRC)

At WRC, our mission is to prepare and support individuals to live in the community of their choice. We’re committed to providing quality care and support tailored to each individual’s needs and aspirations.

Benefits of Joining WRC

Working for the State of Iowa comes with its perks. In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and professional growth.

+ Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage:Health and dental insurance packages to keep you and your family healthy at a low cost with outstanding coverage!

+ Paid Time Off:Take time to recharge with paid time off, including vacation(96 hours/year to begin, increasing with years of service), sick leave (144 hours/year), and paid holidays (9 days/year).

+ Retirement Plans:Participate in retirement plans such as IPERS (employees contribute 6.29% and the State of Iowa contributes 9.44%) as well as our Retirement Investors Club (RIC), Employer Sponsored Retirement Plan (the State of Iowa matches dollar for dollar up to $75/month).

+ Flexible Spending Accounts:Take advantage of flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses.

+ Insurance Coverage:Benefit from life insurance and free long-term disability insurance for added peace of mind.

+ Employee Assistance Program:Access resources and support through our Employee Assistance Program for personal and professional challenges.

+ Employee Discount Programs:Enjoy discounts on a variety of goods and services through our employee discount programs.

For additional information on benefits click here (https://das.iowa.gov/media/3766/download?inline=) .

Click here to see how we compare with other employers or offers by using our Total Compensation Calculator.

Woodward Highlights

Woodward is a city of approximately 1,300 located in central Iowa. The High Trestle Trail begins here and boasts 25 miles of paved surface running through five towns and four counties in the heart of Iowa. The trail includes an iconic, 1/2-mile, 13-story high bridge across the Des Moines River valley, one of the largest trail bridges in the world. The Iowa Arboretum & Gardens is just a quick drive away offering more trails, scenic overlooks and other amazing natural features.

Woodward is about 30 minutes away Ames, home of Iowa State University. Des Moines, Iowa’s capitol city, is also about the same distance away and home to Wells Fargo Arena (host site of NCAA Basketball and premier concerts) and Lauridsen Skatepark, the nation’s largest skatepark. Additionally, Des Moines hosts one of the nation’s finest State Fairs and is home to professional sports teams the Iowa Cubs, Iowa Wolves, Iowa Barnstormers and Iowa Wild. Check out these 10 Reasons to Move to Iowa (https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/iowa/10-reasons-move-to-ia/) .

The State of Iowa is an EEO/AA Employer

HHS values those with “lived experience” and encourages adults who were fostered as youth, foster parents, and/or parents who were in the HHS system to apply. Minorities, women, persons with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply (Hearing and Speech Impaired – Relay Iowa 1-800-735-2942 TDD).

Our agency uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.e-verify.gov.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a degree in psychology, mental health counseling, applied behavior analysis, substance use, clinical social work, behavioral sciences, mental health, or a closely-related field.

For more information click on this link to view the job description (https://das.iowa.gov/media/4916/download?inline=)

Additional Qualification Requirements

Within a period of time after hire, as determined by the appointing authority, employees in this class may be required to obtain one or more of the following certificates, licenses, or endorsements:

+ Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Abuse Counselor (LCADAC)

+ Registered Behavior Technician (RBT)

+ Board Certified Assistant Behavior Analyst (BCaBA)

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Do you understand that the answers to all of the following questions must be truthful, honest, and accurate to the best of your ability? Please read all questions and answers thoroughly and make sure you understand them completely.Ensure the answers to your questions match the information filled out on your application and the attachments you have uploaded. If the answers to your questions are inconsistent with your application information or uploaded attachments, you will be given zero points for the question.Knowingly misrepresenting the facts when submitting any information related to an application, examination, certification, appeal, or any other facet of the selection process will result in your disqualification from this application and future employment with the state of Iowa.

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Have you filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq?

+ No - I have NOT filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

+ Yes - I HAVE filed a registration statement pursuant to the federal Foreign Agents Registration Act of 1938, as amended, 22 U.S.C. §611 et seq

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Have you graduated from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology, Special Education, Guidance and Counseling, or Human Development and Behavior?

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Employer

State of Iowa

Agency

400 Health & Human Services - State Operated Specialty Care - Woodward Resource Center

Address

1251 334th St

Woodward

Website

https://hhs.iowa.gov/specialty-care-facilities/woodward-resource-center

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