Mental Health Aide I or II (Psychiatric Security Review Board - Orchid House)
About the role
Location: Orchid House, a licensed residential treatment facility in SW Portland, OR. Cascadia Health delivers whole health care – integrated mental health and addiction services, primary care, and housing – to promote hope and support the well-being of the communities we serve. Our vision is a community where everyone benefits from whole health care, experiences well‑being, and has a self‑directed, connected life. The Psychiatric Security Review Board (PSRB) program provides trauma‑informed treatment services in residential, community, and intensive outpatient settings for individuals mandated to treatment by the State of Oregon's PSRB, including monitoring and supervision of release conditions. As a Mental Health Aide you will support residents with daily living activities, implement individualized care plans, and foster a safe, supportive environment while working with a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and well‑being.
Responsibilities
- Implement and monitor treatment plans for residents as part of an interdisciplinary team.
- Promote a strengths‑based, resident‑centered approach to help residents achieve goals and transition to a less restrictive setting.
- Provide individual and group‑based therapeutic interventions as directed by the mental health treatment plan.
- Supervise and support residents in self‑care, hygiene, housekeeping, meal preparation, public transportation, community integration, and social skills.
- Coordinate with shift partners and staff regarding resident concerns, follow‑up needs, and building/program needs.
- Accompany and assist residents during appointments, outings, and activities using a company‑provided vehicle when possible.
- Administer medications according to providers' orders using a Medication Administration Report (MAR).
- Ensure daily household chores are completed, including light housekeeping and biohazard cleaning.
- Assist in crisis situations, de‑escalating residents using non‑violent crisis intervention techniques, and follow emergency protocols.
- Adhere to compliance with laws, required trainings, safety regulations, mandatory abuse reporting, HIPAA, and fire regulations.
- Participate