Mental Health Aide II (Secure- Barbara Roberts House)

Cascadia Health

2d•$25 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

Cascadia Health is hiring a Mental Health Aide II for its secure residential treatment facility, Barbara Roberts House, in NE Portland, Oregon. The program serves adults with severe and persistent mental health challenges and focuses on psychiatric treatment, personal care, skills training, case management, immediate safety, and preparing residents to live in less restrictive settings. The Mental Health Aide supports residents by assisting with daily living activities, implementing individualized treatment plans, and helping create a safe, supportive environment. The aide works with an interdisciplinary team to promote recovery and residents’ overall well-being. The role calls for compassion, patience, and a commitment to high-quality, trauma-informed care. This position is scheduled Friday through Monday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Work is generally performed in a residential treatment home and occasionally in the community. The position is represented by a labor union. Base pay is listed as $24.81–$25.84 per hour, dependent on experience; the posting also lists a starting-rate range of $24.72–$25.84 per hour. Secure-facility staff receive an additional $1.00 per hour.

Requirements

Meet the requirements and demonstrate the competencies for credentialing 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 current certification in compliance with MHACBO.
Have proficient verbal and written communication skills.
Have basic knowledge of Trauma Informed Care, 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 CPR certification; training is provided after hire.
Maintain all licenses, certifications, registrations, and other credentials required for the position in active, good standing status.
Be able to meet physical demands that include occasional lifting of 20 to 50 pounds and occasional fast 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, resident-centered approach to help residents achieve goals and transition to a less restrictive setting.
Provide individual and group therapeutic interventions as directed by residents’ 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 using a Medication Administration Report (MAR).
Ensure household chores are completed, including light housekeeping and biohazard cleaning.
Assist during crises by de-escalating residents using 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 other departmental and agency meetings.
Document and maintain clinical records in the Electronic Health Record System in accordance with agency policies and applicable 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 and dental coverage beginning the first of the month following hire.
VSP Vision Discount Plan.
403(b) retirement plan 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 the end of the fiscal year.
Flexible Spending Account with 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.
Bike to Work Reimbursement.