Residential Care Associate II - 5314

ColumbiaCare Services, Inc.; Junction City (OR); On-site; USD 29,797 - 31,629; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Flexible Spending Account

Generous Paid Time Off

Professional development opportunities

100% Vested Retirement Plan

Job summary

A non-profit behavioral health organization in Junction City, Oregon, seeks a Residential Care Associate II to support residents with mental health needs. Responsibilities include administering medications and providing personal care services. Eligible candidates should have a degree in Behavioral Science or relevant behavioral health experience. This part-time position includes flexible scheduling and various perks, including paid training and health benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for Qualified Mental Health Associate registration.
• Driving is essential; valid driver's license needed.
• Physical tasks may include lifting up to 40 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to residents according to their individualized treatment plan.
• Administer prescribed medications and document on medical charts.
• Transport clients and maintain compliance with documentation standards.

Skills

Support to residents

Administer medications

Crisis de-escalation training

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science

Three years of behavioral health experience

Job description

What We Offer

• 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 with up to 6% Match
• Holiday Pay (9)
• Paid Personal Growth Hours
• 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 a Residential Care Associate II to join our team at McKenzie Ridge, Junction City, Oregon. The Residential Care Associate II will provide support to residents according to their individualized treatment plan with a focus on personal care services, environmental intervention, and limited group social and recreational treatment activities as assigned by utilizing an approved evidence‑based group curriculum. They will administer prescribed medications, follow physician’s orders for all medications and/or procedures, document on medical charts and count sheets according to established procedures, and responsibly assist clients with self‑administration of medications within agency policies and procedures. They will transport clients to and from the program as necessary to engage and provide treatment services and will maintain compliance with established productivity standards for documentation of services.

Training Program

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

Work Schedule

Sunday and Monday, 3:00 pm – 11:30 pm (Part‑time, Swing)

What You’ll Make

$21.63 – $22.96 per hour DOE/Credentials. Additional $3.00 per hour night shift differential applies during 10:00 pm – 6:00 am. 5% Language Differential offered for bilingual or multilingual candidates.

About the Program

McKenzie Ridge is a secure, co‑ed 8‑bed program serving adults living with a mental illness. It is located on the grounds of the Junction City Hospital and offers a safe, therapeutic environment for residents.

What You’ll Need

Must be eligible for Qualified Mental Health Associate registration through the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO). Eligibility requires 1 of the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science: Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Human Development, or related field
• Minimum three (3) years of verifiable behavioral health experience working with individuals with behavioral health needs in a supervised setting
• Equivalent combination of behavioral science education plus satisfactory supplemental behavioral health experience and training

Will be required to register as a QMHA‑R through MHACBO during the first week of employment.

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 pass a DHS criminal background check.

Physical Demands: This position requires frequent talking, listening, use of hands and fingers, reaching, standing, walking, sitting, bending, stooping, climbing stairs, as well as lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 40 pounds. It may require the ability to occasionally use ladders, squat/kneel, and perform other physical tasks as applicable. You must successfully complete crisis de‑escalation and CPR trainings, which involve performing various physical, hands‑on maneuvers and techniques and may require the individual to lift and transfer clients.

About Us

ColumbiaCare Services is a non‑profit behavioral health and veteran’s service agency offering a full spectrum of programming to help people get better. We are a diverse team of individuals who are in the business of changing lives. We specialize in outpatient services, residential treatment programs, mental health housing, and other supports in therapeutic settings. We promote the whole health and wellbeing of the individuals and communities we serve and welcome applicants from historically underrepresented groups.

Legal Notice

ColumbiaCare Services is an affirmative action employer and is committed to promoting equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status. EEO: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. Salary is determined by job type, level, and area of expertise, and is not considered a sign of discrimination. Fair hiring practices will be implemented within the organization’s recruiting, interviewing, and hiring processes.