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

Cascadia Health•Portland, OR

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Cascadia Health is hiring a Mental Health Aide I or II for a variable-float role supporting licensed residential and behavioral health programs throughout the Greater Portland area, including Multnomah County, Clackamas County, and supportive housing programs. Work locations may vary according to operational needs. The schedule consists of 8-hour shifts Tuesday through Saturday within an assigned overnight shift window of 9:00 p.m. to 8:30 a.m.; float staff fill shifts as needed and default to one program when coverage is not needed elsewhere. Cascadia’s residential treatment homes serve adults experiencing mental health challenges. Services include psychiatric treatment, personal care, skills training, and case management, with the goal of helping residents transition to less restrictive settings. The Mental Health Aide supports residents with daily living activities, follows individualized care plans, and helps foster a safe, supportive environment. The role works closely with a multidisciplinary team and calls for compassionate, patient, trauma-informed care. The position is represented by a labor union. Employees are responsible for obtaining and maintaining all credentials required for their position, which must remain active and in good standing. Mental Health Aide I requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Mental Health Aide II requires meeting the competencies for QMHA credentialing, along with either a bachelor’s degree in an approved behavioral science field or three years of mental health work experience; QMHA certification must be current and comply with MHACBO requirements. 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. Overnight shifts receive an additional $3.00 per hour; other differentials may apply based on program and working conditions.

Requirements

Mental Health Aide I: High school diploma or equivalent.
Mental Health Aide II: Meet the requirements and demonstrate the competencies for Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) credentialing.
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.
Employees must obtain and maintain all licenses, certifications, registrations, and other credentials required for the position; required credentials must remain active and in good standing.
CPR certification is required; training is provided after hire.

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 using a Medication Administration Record (MAR).
Ensure daily household chores are completed, including light housekeeping and biohazard cleaning.
Assist in crisis situations, de-escalate residents using Pro-ACT non-violent crisis intervention techniques, and follow emergency protocols.
Comply with applicable laws, required trainings, safety regulations, mandatory abuse reporting, HIPAA, and fire regulations.
Participate in staff meetings, supervision sessions, and departmental and agency meetings.
Document and maintain clinical records in the Electronic Health Record System in compliance with agency policies and local, state, and federal regulations.
Complete annual training requirements for ethical work, professional development, and compliance.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Paid time off; full-time employees earn six weeks in their first year.
Medical and 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 1-to-1 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, 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.
Bike-to-work reimbursement.
Wellness benefits.