Residential Mental Health Aide I/II — Swing Shift (Portland)

Cascadia Health; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO and excellent benefits

Shift differentials

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Cascadia Health operates licensed residential programs in the Portland area, delivering integrated mental health care, housing support, and trauma‑informed services. This Mental Health Aide I or II role supports residents with daily living, care plans, and recovery activities within a multi‑site setting.

Positions require compassionate, patient care and adherence to HIPAA, safety, and program policies. Swing shifts in the 1:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. window offer shift differentials where applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required for Mental Health Aide I.
• Bachelor’s degree in an approved behavioral science field or three years of mental health work experience for Mental Health Aide II.
• QMHA credential must be current and MHACBO compliant.

Responsibilities

• Implement and monitor treatment plans as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Promote strengths-based, client-centered care.
• Provide individual and group therapeutic interventions as directed by the plan.
• Supervise residents in daily living activities and community integration.
• Coordinate with staff on concerns and program needs.
• Accompany residents to appointments using company vehicle when possible.
• Administer medications per orders using MAR.
• Maintain daily household chores and biohazard cleaning.
• Assist in crisis situations using non-violent de‑escalation techniques.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Trauma-informed care

Motivational Interviewing

Evidence‑based practices

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or 3 years mental health experience

QMHA credential (MHACBO)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Cascadia Health operates licensed residential programs in the Portland area, delivering integrated mental health care, housing support, and trauma‑informed services. This Mental Health Aide I or II role supports residents with daily living, care plans, and recovery activities within a multi‑site setting.

Positions require compassionate, patient care and adherence to HIPAA, safety, and program policies. Swing shifts in the 1:00 p.m. to 11:30 p.m. window offer shift differentials where applicable.