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

Cascadia Health•Portland, OR

8d•$22 - $26

About The Position

Cascadia Health is hiring a Mental Health Aide I or II for a variable-float role supporting residential and behavioral health programs throughout the Greater Portland area. Work locations may vary according to operational needs. The schedule consists of 8-hour shifts Friday through Monday, within an assigned overnight window of 9:00 p.m. to 8:30 a.m. The position supports Multnomah County Licensed Residential, Clackamas County Licensed Residential, and Supportive Housing programs. Cascadia operates licensed residential treatment homes for adults experiencing mental health challenges. These homes provide psychiatric treatment, personal care, skills training, and case management, with the goal of preparing residents to live in a less restrictive setting. Mental Health Aides help residents with daily living activities, implement individualized care plans, and contribute to a safe, supportive environment. They work with a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and well-being through compassionate, patient, trauma-informed care. The Mental Health Aide I role requires a high school diploma or equivalent. The Mental Health Aide II role requires meeting the competencies for Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) credentialing, including a bachelor’s degree in an approved behavioral science field or three years of mental health work experience, and current MHACBO certification. Base pay is listed as $21.90–$22.56 per hour for Aide I and $24.81–$25.84 per hour for Aide II, depending on experience. Overnight shifts receive an additional $3.00 per hour. The position is represented by a labor union. Work is generally performed in residential treatment homes and occasionally in the community. The role involves exposure to disease, biohazards, noise, and contaminants, and requires awareness of potentially escalated situations. Breaks and meal periods may be interrupted. The position requires travel to multiple locations in the Greater Portland area.

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 (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.
Ability to travel to multiple locations throughout the Greater Portland area.
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.
Promote 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 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 document them using a Medication Administration Record (MAR).
Ensure daily household chores are completed, including light housekeeping and biohazard cleaning.
Assist during crises by de-escalating residents using Pro-ACT non-violent crisis intervention techniques and following emergency protocols.
Follow applicable laws, required training, safety regulations, mandatory abuse-reporting requirements, HIPAA, and fire regulations.
Participate in staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and agency meetings.
Document and maintain clinical records in an Electronic Health Record System (EHR) in compliance with agency policies and local, state, and federal regulations.
Complete annual training for ethical practice, 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 date.
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 options for medical, dependent care, and transportation.
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 (EAP).
Bike to Work Reimbursement.