Mental Health Aide I or II (Secure - Arbor Place)

Cascadia Health•Portland, OR

11d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Mental Health Aide at Cascadia Health, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with mental health challenges within our residential settings. Your responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, implementing individualized care plans, and fostering a safe, supportive environment for our residents. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and enhance the overall well-being of those in your care. This position requires compassion, patience, and a commitment to providing high-quality, trauma-informed care. Cascadia Health delivers whole health care – integrated mental health and addiction services, primary care, and housing – to promote hope and support the well-being of the communities we serve. Cascadia operates three secure residential homes in the Portland Metro area. These are homes for adults who experience severe and persistent mental health challenges. Employees work as a team to provide comprehensive services that focus on psychiatric treatment, personal care, skills training, and case management. Our residents are referred from the counties or the state and must either be under commitment or have a guardian. The focus of treatment is on immediate safety and preparing individuals to live in a less restrictive environment. Our work is important, impactful, and rewarding to those we are lucky enough to serve. Sites include Faulkner Place, Arbor Place, and Barbara Roberts House. Cascadia Health is Oregon’s largest community-based behavioral health and substance use treatment services organization. As both a Certified Community Behavioral Health Center (CCBHC) and Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), Cascadia provides integrated mental health, substance use treatment, primary care, housing support, crisis intervention, peers wellness, skills training, and more to individuals and families. Our clients can find the care they need through one team and often in one location, regardless of their ability to pay.

Requirements

Mental Health Aide I: High school diploma or equivalent.
Mental Health Aide II: Must meet the requirements and demonstrate the competencies to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA).
Mental Health Aide II: Must have a bachelor’s degree in an approved behavioral science field from an accredited college or university or three years of mental health work experience.
Mental Health Aide II: Certification must be current and in compliance with MHACBO.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
Basic knowledge of Trauma Informed Care (TIC), Motivational Interviewing, and Evidence-Based Practices.
Basic understanding of recovery models, illness management, and strength-based philosophies.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g., Word & Excel).
CPR Certification (training provided post-hire).

Nice To Haves

Experience in a residential mental health setting and providing skills training services is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Implement and monitor treatment plans for residents as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Promote a strengths-based, resident-centered approach to help residents achieve their goals and transition to a less restrictive setting.
Provide individual and group-based therapeutic interventions as directed by the mental health treatment plan.
Supervise and support residents in self-care, hygiene, housekeeping, meal preparation, public transportation, community integration, and social skills.
Coordinate with shift partners and staff regarding resident concerns, follow-up needs, and building/program needs.
Accompany and assist residents during appointments, outings, and activities using a company-provided vehicle when possible.
Administer medications according to providers' orders using a Medication Administration Report (MAR).
Ensure daily household chores are completed, including light housekeeping and biohazard cleaning.
Assist in crisis situations, de-escalating residents using non-violent crisis intervention techniques, and following emergency protocols.
Adhere to compliance with laws, required trainings, safety regulations, mandatory abuse reporting, HIPAA, and fire regulations.
Participate in staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and agency meetings.
Document and maintain clinical records in compliance with agency policies and local, state, and federal regulations using an Electronic Health Record System (EHR).
Complete annual training requirements to conduct ethical work, for professional development, and to stay in compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Generous Paid Time Off Package
Full-time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!
Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1st of the month following hire date)
VSP Vision Discount Plan
403(B) Retirement Savings (Pre and post-tax plans with up to 8% employer matching contribution!)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical, dependent care, and transportation options)
Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life Insurance
Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave
Length of Service Award
Voluntary Life Insurance
Supplemental Insurance
Student loan forgiveness options
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Bike to Work Reimbursement
Discounted Fitness Memberships
Trauma Support Team