Residential Care Associate II - 5744

ColumbiaCare Services; Junction City (OR); On-site; USD 47,000 - 50,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision plans

Flexible Spending Account

Generous Paid Time Off

Whole Health & Wellness Reimbursement

Professional development and training

Retirement plan with match

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off for Mental Health

Company Paid Life Insurance

Spontaneous & Longevity Bonuses

Loan Forgiveness Program Eligibility

Employee Assistance Program & TobaccoC

EAP & Tobacco Cessation Program

Job summary

ColumbiaCare Services is seeking a Residential Care Associate II to join Manzanita Ridge SRTF in Junction City, Oregon. The role provides support to residents per individualized treatment plans, focusing on personal care, environmental intervention, and limited group activities, including medication administration and documentation.

The position offers part-time swing shifts (Fri–Mon, 2:00 pm–10:30 pm) with pay starting at $22.50–$23.88 per hour, plus several differentials such as night shift,

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provide support to residents according to individualized treatment plans with a focus on personal care services, environmental intervention, and limited group social and recreational activities.
• Administer prescribed medications following physician orders and document on medical charts and count sheets.
• Assist clients with self-administration of medications and transport clients as needed while maintaining documentation productivity standards.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science

Three years of verifiable behavioral health experience

Equivalent combination of education and experience

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.

Residential Care Associate II - 5744

Part Time Regular Part‑Time Junction City, OR, US

Salary Range: $22.50 To $23.88 Hourly

While working in this program, you will receive an additional $2.00 per hour secure program differential in addition to your base wage and any other applicable pay differentials.

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 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 a Residential Care Associate II to join our team at Manzanita Ridge SRTF in Junction City, Oregon. The role involves providing support to residents according to individualized treatment plans with a focus on personal care services, environmental intervention, and limited group social and recreational activities. Responsibilities include administering prescribed medications, following physician orders, documenting on medical charts and count sheets, assisting clients with self‑administration of medications, transporting clients as needed, and maintaining compliance with documentation productivity standards.

Training Program

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

Work Schedule

Friday through Monday, 2:00 pm – 10:30 pm (Part Time, Swing)

Compensation

Starting at $22.50 – $23.88 per hour DOE/Credentials.

Differentials:

• 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 the shift occur within this period.
• Secure Program Differential: An additional $2.00 per hour for all hours worked in an eligible secure program.
• Bilingual Differential: An additional 5% pay differential for employees who meet the qualifications of the Language/Bilingual Program.

About the Program

Manzanita Ridge is a secure, co‑ed, 8‑bed program serving adults living with a mental illness, located within the Junction City Hospital grounds.

What You’ll Need

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

• Bachelor’s degree in Behavioral Science (Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, Human Development, or related field).
• Or a minimum of three (3) years of verifiable behavioral health experience working with individuals with behavioral health needs in a supervised setting.
• Or an equivalent combination of behavioral science education and 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

The position requires the ability to frequently talk, listen, use hands and fingers, reach, stand, walk, sit, bend, stoop, climb stairs, lift, carry, push, and pull up to 40 pounds. Occasionally, the role may involve using ladders, squatting/kneeling, and other physical tasks. It also requires completing crisis de‑escalation and CPR trainings that involve physical, hands‑on maneuvers and techniques, potentially lifting and transferring clients.

Eligibility and Requirements

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

About Us

ColumbiaCare Services is a non‑profit behavioral health and veteran service agency offering a full spectrum of programming to help people get better. We specialize in outpatient services, residential treatment programs, mental‑health housing, and other supports in therapeutic settings. We promote whole health and well‑being for individuals and communities and value cultural diversity, including race, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, nationality, spirituality, veterans, people with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ community members.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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 hiring to retention and training. We give priority to applicants who qualify under protected veteran status and people with disabilities.