Residential Care Associate I - 5847

ColumbiaCare Services; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

Professional development

EAP & Tobacco Cessation Program

PSLF Program eligibility

MHACBO-accredited training

Job summary

ColumbiaCare Services seeks a Residential Care Associate I at Columbia Rose RTF in Portland, Oregon. Under RN supervision, you provide personal care, assist with daily living activities, prepare meals, and help transport clients to engage in treatment services.

This role is full-time day shift Sunday-Thursday, 7:00am–3:30pm, with wage range shown and additional shift differentials. Training includes MHACBO-accredited program with paid training and supervision.

Qualifications

• Caregiving and/or mental health experience (personal or professional) is preferred.
• Willingness to pass medications under supervision and assist with daily living activities.
• Ability to drive and meet DHS background check requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide personal care and support daily living skills to residents.
• Assist with meal preparation, cleanup, and food purchasing; encourage participation.
• Transport clients as needed and pass medications under RN guidance.

Skills

Caregiving experience

Mental health experience

Empathy and compassion

Job description

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
• Vocational Training Program: Accelerated training path towards QMHA certification

For more details about our benefits, visit our website!

About the Position

We are looking for a Residential Care Associate I to join our team at our Columbia Rose RTF in Portland, Oregon! The Residential Care Associate I will provide caring companionship and assistance with daily tasks to clients. They will provide personal care services and support that helps individuals develop appropriate daily living skills and independent activities of daily living to increase or maintain their level of functioning. The Residential Care Associate I will assist with meal preparation, clean-up, and food purchasing, while encouraging client participation. Under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, they will pass medications and perform delegated medical care as prescribed by the client’s primary care provider. They will transport clients to and from the program as necessary to engage and provide treatment services. They will maintain compliance with established productivity standards for documentation of services.

This position falls under the AFSCME bargaining unit. Wages, benefits, and working conditions are set in accordance with the collective bargaining agreement.

Training Program

With our MHACBO-accredited training program, you will earn CEUs towards applicable mental health certifications, while attending your required, paid training, and receiving qualified clinical supervision gaining on-the-job experience.

Technology Requirement

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

Sunday through Thursday, 7:00am - 3:30pm (Full Time Day)

What You'll Make

$21.42 - $22.07 per hour DOE/Credentials.

Differentials

In addition to your base wage, CCS offers the following pay differentials, subject to position, program, and eligibility requirements:

• Night Shift (NOC) Differential: An additional $3.00 per hour for hours worked between 10:00 PM and 8:30 AM, provided that at least 2.5 hours of your shift occur within this designated period.
• Secure Program Differential: An additional $2.00 per hour for all hours worked in an eligible CCS secure program.
• Bilingual Differential: An additional 5% pay differential for employees who meet the qualifications of the CCS Language/Bilingual Program.

About the Program

Columbia Rose is a co‑ed, 9-bed Residential Treatment Facility serving adults living with mental illness. The home features beautiful hardwood floors throughout and cathedral ceilings. All 9 residents have private bedrooms, a private deck, and a partial private bath.

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

What You'll Need

• Caregiving and/or mental health experience (personal or professional) is
• preferredA dedication to the wellbeing of each resident and helping them complete their activities of daily living (ADL's) and independent activities of daily living (IADLs).

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 Demands: 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 and may require an individual to lift and transfer clients.

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.

Per OAR 309-035-0135, Direct Care staff must be 18 or older at the time of hire.

Sunday through Thursday, 7:00am - 3:30pm (Full Time Day)

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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