Residential Assistant Administrator - 5811

ColumbiaCare Services; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Wellness Reimbursement

Professional development

Retirement plan with 6% match

Holiday Pay

Mental Health PTO

Life Insurance

Loan Forgiveness Eligibility

EAP & Tobacco Cessation

Job summary

ColumbiaCare Services is seeking a Residential Assistant Administrator at the Rockwood RTH in Portland, OR. You will support program operations, monitor resident support services, and help individuals with severe mental illness develop independent living skills.

You will work on the floor part of your shift, maintain a visible presence, and coordinate with the Residential Administrator and Facilities team to address needs. A Vocational Training Program provides QMHA testing preparation.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for QMHA registration.
• Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science or related field.
• At least 3 years of behavioral health experience in a supervised setting or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to pass DHS background check.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain program structure and guidelines.
• Oversee on-site and off-site visits and appointments.
• Provide treatment support and help clients gain independent living skills.
• Maintain presence in the milieu and coordinate with Residential Administrator and Facilities team.

Skills

QMHA registration eligibility

Behavioral health experience

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science

QMHA registration (MHACBO)

Job description

If you are unable to complete this application due to a disability, contact this employer to ask for an accommodation or an alternative application process.

Salary Full Time Full-Time Portland, OR, US 1 Attachments

2 days ago Requisition ID: 5811

Salary Range: $60,000.00 To $75,000.00 Annually

What We Offer

Enjoy our many benefits and incentives include:

• Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision plans
• Flexible Spending Account
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Whole Health & Wellness Reimbursement Program
• Professional development and training opportunities
• 100% Vested Retirement Plan w/ up to 6% Match
• Holiday Pay (9)
• Paid Time Off for Mental Health
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Spontaneous & Longevity Bonuses
• Loan Forgiveness Program Eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) & Tobacco Cessation Program

About the Position

We are looking for aResidential Assistant Administrator to join our team at our Rockwood RTH in Portland, Oregon! The Residential Assistant Administrator will develop and maintain program structure and guidelines by monitoring all aspects of the program operations and resident support services for the stabilizing of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. The Residential Assistant Administrator will assist the Residential Administrator with the daily oversight and coordination of on-site and off-site visits and appointments. In addition, they will provide treatment services and support clients by spending part of their work shift on the floor to help them develop appropriate skills to increase their level of independent functioning. They will maintain an active, visible, regular and reliable presence in the milieu. They will maintain awareness of the state of the facility and communicate with the Residential Administrator and Facilities team to address building and operational needs.

Vocational Training Program

For applicants starting as a QMHA-R, ColumbiaCare offers a Vocational Training Program to accelerate the training, on-the-job experiential learning, and testing preparation for qualified employees to achieve the 1000 supervised hours required to complete their certification as a QMHA-I. Through this program, this certification can be achieved in as little as 6 months. This is an optional program.

Employees are required to maintain access to a compatible smartphone capable of supporting the organization’s approved multi-factor authentication (MFA) application as a condition of employment. This requirement enables secure access to company systems.

Work Schedule

Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (Full Time, Day). This position requires on-call availability based on program need.

What You’ll Make

$5,000 - $6,000 per month DOE/Credentials.

Additional 5% Language Differential offered for Bilingual or Multilingual candidates.

About the Program

Rockwood is a co-ed, 5-bed Residential Treatment Home serving adults living with a mental illness. Each resident enjoys the use of their own private, ADA-accessible bedroom and has access to shared ADA-accessible bathrooms. Rockwood is conveniently located near public transportation and other public services.

ColumbiaCare Services is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.

What You’ll Need

• Must be eligible for Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) registration. Eligibility requires 1 out of 3 Criteria below:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science: Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Human Development, or related field;
  • OR minimum three (3) years of verifiable behavioral health experience working with individuals with behavioral health needs in a supervised setting;
  • OR equivalent combination of behavioral science education in addition to satisfactory supplemental behavioral health experience and training
• Experience supervising union-represented employees is preferred

If not already registered as a QMHA through the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO), we will assist you in registering within the first week of employment.

Vocational Training Program: Employees in the optional Vocational Training Program will have additional training expectations to meet the requirements for QMHA testing.

Driving is an essential function of this position. Successful applicants must provide a valid driver's license from their state of residence or obtain and submit one within 30 days of hire, maintain a safe driving record, and have the ability to pass a DHS criminal background check.

Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to frequently talk, listen, use hands and fingers, reach, stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop, climb stairs, as well as lift, carry, push, and pull up to 40 pounds. It may require the ability to occasionally use ladders, squat/kneel, and perform other physical tasks as applicable. In addition, you must successfully complete crisis de-escalation and CPR trainings, which require performing various physical, hands-on maneuvers and techniques. Reasonable accommodations can be made.

We recognize that expertise can arise from diverse experiences. If you're passionate about our mission but unsure about meeting all qualifications, we encourage you to apply. For any questions about eligibility or the application process, please contact our HR department.

About Us

ColumbiaCare Services is a non-profit, behavioral health and Veteran’s service agency offering a full spectrum of programming to help peopleget better. We are more than a company. We are a diverse team of individuals who are in the business of changing people's lives. We specialize in providing outpatient services, residential treatment programs, mental health housing, and other supports in beautiful and therapeutic service settings. We promote the whole health and wellbeing of the individuals and communities we serve. We value and honor the culture in our communities in all forms, including but not limited to race, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, nationality, spirituality, Veterans, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We welcome persons from historically underrepresented groups to apply. We seek applicants who can demonstrate experience working with individuals from different backgrounds and who will contribute to our mission, vision, and core values.

We invite individuals from all walks of life to apply. We strive to deliver equitable employment best practices and opportunities for all, from recruitment, to interviewing and hiring, to our retention activities, promotions, and training and growth opportunities. We give priority to applicants who qualify under protected Veteran status and people with disabilities.