Mental Health Aide II (Secure - Faulkner Place)

Cascadia Health•Portland, OR

7d•$25 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Cascadia Health is hiring a Mental Health Aide II for its secure residential treatment facility, Faulkner Place, in southeast Portland, Oregon. The role supports adults experiencing severe and persistent mental health challenges in a residential setting. The interdisciplinary team provides psychiatric treatment, personal care, skills training, and case management, with an emphasis on immediate safety and helping residents prepare to transition to a less restrictive environment. The Mental Health Aide implements individualized treatment plans, supports residents with daily living activities, and helps foster a safe, supportive, trauma-informed environment. The role requires compassion, patience, and a commitment to high-quality care. The specified schedule is Wednesday through Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Work is generally performed in a residential treatment home and occasionally in the community. This position is represented by a labor union.

Requirements

Meet the requirements and demonstrate the competencies to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA).
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.
Maintain a current certification in compliance with MHACBO.
Have proficient verbal and written communication skills.
Have basic knowledge of Trauma Informed Care (TIC), Motivational Interviewing, and Evidence-Based Practices.
Have a basic understanding of recovery models, illness management, and strength-based philosophies.
Have knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, such as Word and Excel.
Obtain and maintain required licenses, certifications, registrations, and other credentials in active, good standing status.
Complete CPR certification; 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, resident-centered approach to help residents achieve 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 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 providers’ orders using a Medication Administration Report (MAR).
Complete daily household chores, including light housekeeping and biohazard cleaning.
Assist in crises, de-escalate residents using 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 other departmental and agency meetings.
Document and maintain clinical records in the Electronic Health Record System (EHR) 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

Generous paid time off; full-time employees earn six weeks of PTO 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 the end of the fiscal year.
Flexible Spending Account for 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.