Residential Assistant Administrator - 5722

Residential Assistant Administrator

Apply today and make a difference in the mental health field!

We are looking for a Residential Assistant Administrator to join our team at our Columbia Rose RTF in Portland, Oregon! The Residential Assistant Administrator will develop and maintain program structure and guidelines by monitoring all aspects of the program operations and resident support services for the stabilizing of individuals with severe and persistent mental illness. The Residential Assistant Administrator will assist the Residential Administrator with the daily oversight and coordination of on-site and off-site visits and appointments. In addition, they will provide treatment services and support clients by spending part of their work shift on the floor to help them develop appropriate skills to increase their level of independent functioning. They will maintain an active, visible, regular and reliable presence in the milieu. They will maintain awareness of the state of the facility and communicate with the Residential Administrator and Facilities team to address building and operational needs.

Vocational Training Program

For applicants starting as a QMHA-R, ColumbiaCare offers a Vocational Training Program to accelerate the training, on-the-job experiential learning, and testing preparation for qualified employees to achieve the 1000 supervised hours required to complete their certification as a QMHA-I. Through this program, this certification can be achieved in as little as 6 months. This is an optional program.

Work Schedule: Tuesday through Saturday, 8:00am - 5:00pm (Full Time, Day). This position requires on-call availability based on program need.

What You'll Make

$5,000 - $6,000 per month DOE/Credentials. Additional 5% Language Differential offered for Bilingual or Multilingual candidates.

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

• Must be eligible for Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) registration. Eligibility requires 1 out of 3 Criteria below:
  • 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 in addition to satisfactory supplemental behavioral health experience and training
• Experience supervising union-represented employees is preferred

If not already registered as a QMHA through the Mental Health & Addiction Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO), we will assist you in registering within the first week of employment.

Vocational Training Program: Employees in the optional Vocational Training Program will have additional training expectations to meet the requirements for QMHA testing.

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 Requirements: 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. Reasonable accommodations can be made.

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.

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 more than a company. We are a diverse team of individuals who are in the business of changing people's lives. We specialize in providing outpatient services, residential treatment programs, mental health housing, and other supports in beautiful and therapeutic service settings. We promote the whole health and wellbeing of the individuals and communities we serve. We value and honor the culture in our communities in all forms, including but not limited to race, gender, sexuality, ethnicity, nationality, spirituality, Veterans, people with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We welcome persons from historically underrepresented groups to apply. We seek applicants who can demonstrate experience working with individuals from different backgrounds and who will contribute to our mission, vision, and core values.

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 interviewing and hiring, to our retention activities, promotions, and training and growth opportunities. We give priority to applicants who qualify under protected Veteran status and people with disabilities.