Role OverviewThis position is located at Orchid House, a licensed residential treatment facility in SW Portland, OR. The schedule for this position is Wednesday through Sunday, from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. As a Mental Health Aide at Cascadia Health, you will play a vital role in supporting individuals with mental health challenges within our residential settings.
What You Will Do
Your responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, implementing individualized care plans, and fostering a safe, supportive environment for our residents. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to promote recovery and enhance the overall well-being of those in your care.
Why It Might Be a Fit
This position requires compassion, patience, and a commitment to providing high-quality, trauma-informed care.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Mental Health Aide I: Required: High school diploma or equivalent.
- Mental Health Aide II: Must meet the requirements and demonstrate the competencies to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA). Required: Must 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.
- Certification must be current and in compliance with MHACBO.
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off Package
- Medical and Dental Coverage
- VSP Vision Discount Plan
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 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
- Wellness Benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Bike to Work Reimbursement
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