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

Cascadia Health•Portland, OR

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Cascadia Health is hiring a Mental Health Aide I or II for a variable-float role supporting licensed residential and supportive housing programs across the Greater Portland area. Work locations vary according to operational needs, with a default program assignment when coverage is not needed elsewhere. The schedule consists of eight-hour shifts Sunday through Thursday, within a swing-shift window of 1:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. 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’ daily living, implements individualized care plans, and contributes to a safe, supportive, trauma-informed environment in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. The position is based primarily in residential treatment homes and occasionally in the community. It involves working around potential exposure to disease, biohazards, noise, and contaminants. The role requires constant awareness of surroundings; meal periods and breaks may be interrupted. Employees must be able to travel among locations throughout the Greater Portland area. The position is represented by a labor union. Mental Health Aide I base pay is listed as $21.90–$22.56 per hour, depending on experience. Mental Health Aide II base pay is listed as $24.81–$25.84 per hour, depending on experience. Swing-shift work receives an additional $1.00 per hour. The posting also lists a starting-rate range of $24.72–$25.84 per hour.

Requirements

For Mental Health Aide I: high school diploma or equivalent.
For Mental Health Aide II: meet the requirements and demonstrate the competencies for credentialing as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA).
For 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.
For Mental Health Aide II: current certification 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 strengths-based philosophies.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, such as Word and Excel.
Ability to travel to multiple locations throughout the Greater Portland area.
CPR certification; training is provided after hire.
Maintain all licenses, certifications, registrations, and other credentials required for the position in active, good standing status.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Implement and monitor residents’ treatment plans as part of an interdisciplinary team.
Use a strengths-based, client-centered approach to help residents achieve their goals and transition to a less restrictive setting.
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 other staff regarding 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 use a Medication Administration Record (MAR).
Ensure daily household chores are completed, including light housekeeping and biohazard cleaning.
Assist during crises by using Pro-ACT non-violent crisis intervention techniques and following 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 (EHR) in accordance with agency policies and local, state, and federal regulations.
Complete annual training requirements 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 with eligibility after 60 days, immediate 100% vesting, a 1-to-1 company match up to 3% per pay period, and the opportunity for an additional discretionary contribution of up to 5% at fiscal year-end.
Flexible Spending Account with medical, dependent-care, and transportation options.
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 (EAP).
Bike-to-Work reimbursement.