Mental Health Aide I or II (Tigard Respite

Mental Health Aide I or II (Tigard Respite)

Location/

Schedule:

This position will be located at Tigard Respite. The schedule for this position is Friday through Monday, 3:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Position:
Mental Health Aide I or II

Program:
Secure

Mission:
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.

Vision:
We envision a community where everyone benefits from whole health care, experiences well-being, and has a self-directed, connected life.

Description:

Respite is a voluntary program that occurs within a safe and relaxed atmosphere, away from the stressors that may be impacting an individual's sense of security and stability. Residents at Respite receive three meals a day, interact in the milieu, explore hobbies, take a walk in a quiet neighborhood setting, and always receive on-site support from caring and skillful respite staff.

Respite provides support for individuals who need further stabilization due to recent medication adjustment or needs a break from current living situation which appears to be increasing psychiatric symptoms and is diagnosed with a mental illness.

Position Summary:

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. 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.

This position requires compassion, patience, and a commitment to providing high-quality, trauma-informed care.

Responsibilities:

• Provide individual and group based therapeutic interventions for residents as directed by the mental health treatment plan and meet productivity standards.
• Provide supervision and support to residents in areas of self-care, hygiene, housekeeping, meal preparation, use of public transportation, supporting residents with community integration and social skills and other areas of support.
• Coordinate with shift partner(s) and staff ending shift regarding resident concerns, needed follow-up, building/program needs, etc.
• Accompany residents to, and assist residents during various types of appointments, outings and activities out in the community, generally using a company provided vehicle, i.e. smaller or larger passenger van, when possible
• Provide medication administration; administer medications following the providers orders using a Medication Administration Report (MAR).
• Review daily cleaning schedule and collaborate with staff to ensure daily household chores are completed. This includes, but is not limited to, light housekeeping and cleaning of biohazards. Additionally, may assist in meal set-up, preparation, serving, and clean up related to mealtimes or cooking group activities.
• Assist in crisis situations and with de-escalating residents that are in crisis or experiencing significant struggles. Follow emergency protocols and procedures including use of non-violent crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques (Pro-ACT)
• Adhere to compliance, required laws and trainings, safety of property and staff, regulations, I.e. Mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPPA, fire regulations
• Participate in all scheduled staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and agency meetings.
• Document and maintain clinical records in a manner that assures compliance with all agency policy and procedures and local, state and federal regulations through use of Electronic Health Record System (EHR)
• Complete annual employee training requirements to understand how to conduct ethical work, for professional development, and stay in compliance
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Mental Health Aide I:
• Required:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent.
• Compensation:
  Base Pay $21.90/hr. to $ 22.56/hr doe
• Mental Health Aide II:
• Must meet the requirements and demonstrate the competencies to be credentialed as a…