Mental Health Aide I or II (Secure - Faulkner Place)

Job Overview

Location: Faulkner Place, a secure residential treatment facility in SE Portland, OR.

Schedule: Sunday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

About the Role

Position: Mental Health Aide I or II
Program: Secure Cascadia's Mission And Vision

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 their 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.
• Cook and prepare meals for residents.
• 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.
• Participate in staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and agency meetings.
• Document and maintain clinical records in compliance with agency policies and local, state, and federal regulations using an Electronic Health Record System (EHR).
• Complete annual training requirements to conduct ethical work, for professional development, and to stay in compliance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Mental Health Aide I: Required - High school diploma or equivalent.
• Mental Health Aide II: Required - Bachelor’s degree in an approved behavioral science field from an accredited college or university or three years of mental health work experience.
• QMHA Certification: Required - Must have a certification as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) and be current and in compliance with MHACBO.

Compensation

Base Pay: $21.90/hr. to $22.56/hr. DOE
Mental Health Aide II: Base Pay: $24.81/hr. to $25.84/hr. DOE

Working Conditions

• Environmental: Work is generally performed in a residential treatment home and occasionally in the community.
• Universal precautions should be taken due to exposure to disease, biohazards, noise, and contaminants.
• Operating Hours: Mental Health Aides operate on three shifts within a 24/7 window: day shift (7:00 am to 3:30 pm), swing shift (3:00 pm to 11:30 pm), and overnight shift (11:00 pm to 7:30 am).
• Additional Compensation/Differentials: Depending on program, shift, and other factors, additional compensation may be available.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off Package
• Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1st of the month following hire date)
• VSP Vision Discount Plan
• 403(B) Retirement Savings (Pre and post-tax plans with up to 8% employer matching contribution!)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (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
• Supplemental Insurance
• Student loan forgiveness options
• Wellness Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Bike to Work Reimbursement
• Discounted Fitness Memberships
• Trauma Support Team