Mental Health Aide I or II (Residential Variable Float - Overnight Window)

Cascadia Health•Portland, OR

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Cascadia Health is hiring a Mental Health Aide I or II for a variable-float position supporting residential and behavioral health programs throughout the Greater Portland area. Work locations may vary according to operational needs and include Multnomah County and Clackamas County licensed residential programs and supportive housing. The schedule consists of 8-hour shifts Friday through Monday within an assigned overnight window of 9:00 p.m. to 8:30 a.m.; float staff fill shifts as needed and default to one program when no coverage is needed. Cascadia operates licensed residential treatment homes for adults experiencing mental health challenges. Services include psychiatric treatment, personal care, skills training, and case management, with the goal of helping residents transition to a less restrictive setting. The homes may have one staff member or multiple staff working at the same time. Sites are located in North, Northeast, and Southeast Portland, as well as Oregon City and Gladstone. The Mental Health Aide supports residents with mental health challenges by assisting with daily living activities, implementing individualized care plans, and maintaining a safe, supportive environment. The role works with a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and well-being and requires compassion, patience, and a commitment to trauma-informed care. The position is represented by a labor union. Work is generally performed in a residential treatment home and occasionally in the community. Universal precautions are required because of potential exposure to disease, biohazards, noise, and contaminants. Meal periods and breaks may be interrupted, and constant alertness is needed to identify and respond to potentially volatile situations. Physical demands include working at a computer, moving around program spaces, helping residents with daily living tasks, cleaning, occasional lifting of 20 to 50 pounds, and occasional rapid movement to evade harm. Base pay is $21.90–$22.56 per hour for Mental Health Aide I and $24.81–$25.84 per hour for Mental Health Aide II, depending on experience. Additional compensation may apply depending on program and shift: overnight shifts receive an additional $3.00 per hour, swing shifts receive an additional $1.00 per hour, and secure-location staff receive an additional $1.00 per hour. Cascadia offers benefits to full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week, with benefits prorated for part-time employees.

Requirements

Mental Health Aide I: High school diploma or equivalent.
Mental Health Aide II: Meet the requirements and demonstrate the competencies to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA).
Mental Health Aide II: 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: Current certification in compliance with MHACBO.
Proficient verbal and written communication skills.
Basic knowledge of Trauma Informed Care, Motivational Interviewing, and evidence-based practices.
Basic understanding of recovery models, illness management, and strength-based philosophies.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, such as Word and Excel.
Ability to travel to multiple locations throughout the Greater Portland area.
Ability to obtain and maintain all required licenses, certifications, registrations, and credentials in active, good-standing status.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including occasional lifting of 20 to 50 pounds and occasional rapid movement in potentially escalated situations.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a residential mental health setting.
Experience providing skills training services.

Responsibilities

Implement and monitor resident treatment plans as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Use a strengths-based, client-centered approach to support residents' goals and transitions to less restrictive settings.
Provide individual and group therapeutic interventions as directed by mental health treatment plans.
Supervise and support residents with self-care, hygiene, housekeeping, meal preparation, public transportation, community integration, and social skills.
Coordinate with shift partners and staff about resident concerns, follow-up needs, and building or program needs.
Accompany and assist residents at appointments, outings, and activities, using a company-provided vehicle when possible.
Administer medications according to provider orders and document them using a Medication Administration Record (MAR).
Ensure daily household chores are completed, including light housekeeping and biohazard cleaning.
Assist during crises by de-escalating residents using Pro-ACT non-violent crisis intervention techniques and following emergency protocols.
Comply with applicable laws, required training, 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 the Electronic Health Record System in accordance with agency policies and local, state, and federal regulations.
Complete annual training for ethical practice, professional development, and compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Paid time off; full-time employees earn six weeks in their first year.
Medical coverage beginning the first of the month following hire.
Dental coverage beginning the first of the month following hire.
VSP Vision Discount Plan.
403(b) retirement plan, eligible after 60 days, with immediate 100% vesting and a company match up to 3% per pay period, plus the opportunity for an additional discretionary contribution of up to 5% at fiscal year-end.
Flexible Spending Account for medical, dependent care, and transportation expenses.
Short-term disability insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Life insurance.
Paid bereavement leave.
Paid jury duty leave.
Length of Service Award.
Voluntary life insurance.
Supplemental insurance.
Student loan forgiveness options.
Employee Assistance Program.
Bike to Work Reimbursement.
CPR training provided after hire.