Mental Health Aide (Float Pool) - Multiple Opportunities Across The Greater Portland Area

Mental Health Aide (Float Pool) - Multiple Opportunities Across The Greater Portland AreaJob OverviewMental Health Aide (Float Pool) - Multiple OpportunitiesPositions available across the Portland Metro area, including Portland, Tigard, Wilsonville, Oregon City, and Gladstone.Are you passionate about making a meaningful difference in people's lives? Do you believe in a strengths-based, client-centered approach to mental health? If so, we invite you to join Cascadia Health as a Mental Health Aide Float, supporting our residential and staffed housing programs throughout the Portland Metro area.As part of our commitment to providing high-quality care and strengthening staffing support across programs, new Mental Health Aide hires are being recruited into Float positions. This model offers additional flexibility, broader experience across programs, and an additional $1.00/hour Float Differential.MissionCascadia Health delivers whole health care through integrated mental health and addiction services, primary care, and housing to promote hope and support the well-being of the communities we serve.About the RoleAs a Mental Health Aide, you will play a key role in supporting individuals living with severe and persistent mental illness by implementing treatment plans, providing therapeutic support, and helping residents develop skills that increase independence and quality of life.You will work collaboratively with treatment teams while helping create a safe, supportive, and recovery-oriented environment for residents.Float Scheduling ModelMental Health Aide Float employees are hired into a shift window rather than a fixed shift schedule. Employees work a regular 8-hour shift within one of the following windows:Day Window: 6:30 AM - 4:00 PMSwing Window: 1:00 PM - 11:30 PMNOC Window: 9:30 PM - 8:30 AMYour assigned schedule will be established within your shift window based on program and staffing needs. Start and end times may vary, and occasional schedule adjustments may be necessary to support operations. This approach provides greater flexibility for Cascadia while helping ensure consistent coverage across Cascadia's staffed housing programs.What We OfferMeaningful work supporting individuals on their recovery journey.Opportunities to gain experience across multiple residential programs.A collaborative environment that values trauma-informed, person-centered care.Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.A workplace committed to diversity, inclusion, equity, and belonging.Your Role Will IncludeProviding individual and group skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.Supporting residents with activities of daily living, self-care, and community integration.Participating in meal preparation and household responsibilities alongside residents.Accompanying residents to appointments, community outings, and other activities.Assisting with documentation, treatment planning, and program operations.Maintaining compliance with agency policies, regulatory requirements, and safety procedures.Supporting multiple staffed housing programs as operational needs require.We Are Looking ForCompassionate individuals who are committed to supporting adults experiencing mental health challenges.Strong communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with a multidisciplinary team.Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic residential treatment environment.Individuals who embrace recovery-oriented, trauma-informed, and culturally responsive care practices.QualificationsMental Health Aide IHigh school diploma or equivalent.CompensationBase Pay: $21.26 - $21.90/hour DOEAdditional Differentials:Float Differential: $1.00/hourSwing Shift Differential: $1.00/hourNight Shift Differential: $3.00/hourBilingual PayLead Pay: Additional $1.00/hourSecure Facility Differential: Additional $1.00/hourMental Health Aide IIMust meet the requirements and demonstrate the competencies to be credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA). Must possess a bachelor's degree in a behavioral science field from an accredited college or university, three years of mental health work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. QMHA certification must remain current and in compliance with MHACBO requirements.CompensationBase Pay: $24.09 - $25.09/hour DOEAdditional Differentials:Float Differential: $1.00/hourSwing Shift Differential: $1.00/hourNight Shift Differential: $3.00/hourBilingual PayLead Pay: Additional $1.00/hourSecure Facility Differential: Additional $1.00/hourWhy Join Cascadia?At Cascadia, you'll find more than a job. You'll become part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to whole-person care, community inclusion, and recovery. We provide extensive training, including CPR/First Aid and PRO-ACT, and offer opportunities to grow both professionally and personally while making a lasting impact in the lives of the people we serve.Apply TodayIf you're looking for a rewarding career where every day brings the opportunity to support, empower, and advocate for others, we'd love to hear from you. Join Cascadia Health and help create a community built on hope, dignity, and recovery.Apply today to become a Mental Health Aide Float and make a difference across our staffed housing programs.Employees are responsible for obtaining and maintaining all licenses, certifications, registrations, and other credentials required for their position. Required credentials must remain active and in good standing as a condition of employment. Candidates are encouraged to familiarize themselves with any applicable credentialing requirements, including associated fees and renewal or maintenance obligations, prior to applying.BenefitsWe offer generous benefits for our full-time and part-time employees (20 hours + pro-rated) including:Generous Paid Time Off Package - Full-time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1st of the month following hire date)VSP Vision Discount Plan403(b) Retirement Plan - Eligible after 60 days with immediate 100% vesting and a 1-to-1 company match up to 3% per pay period, plus the opportunity for an additional discretionary contribution (up to 5%) at the end of the fiscal year .Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical, dependent care, and transportation options)Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, and Life InsurancePaid Bereavement and Jury Duty LeaveLength of Service AwardVoluntary Life InsuranceSupplemental InsuranceStudent loan forgiveness optionsWellness Benefits:Employee Assistance Program (EAP)Bike to Work ReimbursementStarting Rate Range in USD ($)$21.90 - $22.56 #J-18808-Ljbffr Cascadia-Behavioral-Healthcare-