Mental Health Aide I or II; Tigard Respite

Mental Health Aide I or II (Tigard Respite)

Job Overview

Location:

This position is based at the Tigard Respite facility, located in Tigard, OR.

Schedule:

The schedule for this position is Sunday through Thursday, 3:00p.m. to 11:30p.m. Position:
Mental Health Aide I or II Program:
Tigard Respite

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.

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.

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.

• 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.
• 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‑scalating residents using non‑violent crisis intervention techniques, and following emergency protocols.
• Adhere to compliance with laws, required trainings, safety regulations, mandatory abuse reporting, HIPAA, and fire regulations.
• 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.

Education:

• 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…