Mental Health Aide I or II (Tigard Respite)

Cascadia Health•Tigard, OR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Cascadia Health is hiring a Mental Health Aide I or II for its Tigard Respite residential treatment home in Tigard, Oregon. Respite is a voluntary program offering a safe, relaxed environment and on-site support to people with mental illness who need additional stabilization, including after a medication adjustment or when their current living situation is worsening psychiatric symptoms. The Mental Health Aide supports residents in a residential setting by assisting with daily living activities, implementing individualized treatment plans, and fostering a safe, supportive environment. The role works with an interdisciplinary team to promote recovery and residents’ well-being, using a compassionate, patient, trauma-informed approach. The specified schedule is Tuesday through Saturday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. The work is generally performed in a residential treatment home and occasionally in the community. Mental Health Aides operate across shifts within a 24/7 program, though schedules may vary by program. The position is represented by a labor union. Employees must obtain and maintain any licenses, certifications, registrations, and other credentials required for their position. Compensation depends on level and experience: Mental Health Aide I has a base rate of $21.90–$22.56 per hour; Mental Health Aide II has a base rate of $24.81–$25.84 per hour. Additional compensation may apply depending on program, shift, and other factors.

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 (TIC), 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.
CPR certification; training is provided after hire.
Ability to meet the physical demands of occasional lifting of 20 to 50 pounds and occasional fast movement in potentially escalated situations.
Ability to maintain required licenses, certifications, registrations, and other credentials 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 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 during 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, de-escalate residents using Pro-ACT non-violent crisis intervention techniques, and follow emergency protocols.
Comply with 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 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 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 (FSA) options for medical, dependent care, and transportation.
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.
Additional shift differential may be available: $1.00 per hour for swing shift and $3.00 per hour for overnight shifts.
Additional $1.00 per hour for working in a secure facility, where applicable.
Bilingual pay may be available depending on language and ability to pass a competency exam.