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Multiple Positions - Direct Support / Mental Health / Counselors

Cascadia Health
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Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare (www.cascadiabhc.org), one of the largest community behavioral health providers in the state of Oregon, delivers whole health care -- integrated mental health and addiction services, primary care and housing -- to support our communities. Our approach is recovery-oriented and trauma-informed. Cascadia hires innovative, compassionate, and dedicated staff who are aligned with trauma-informed care, are committed to working effectively with diverse community populations, and expected to strengthen such capacity if hired. 

DIRECT SUPPORT STAFF/MENTAL HEALTH/COUNSELORS 
We have multiple positions, full time, partime, on call, and float positions that work at various sites to meet a certain number of work hours per week. Our programs are located in the following areas: 
  • Portland (NE, SE, SW, NW and East County
  • Wood Village
  • Gresham
  • Oregon City
  • Gladstone
  • Wilsonville 

Shifts available are day, swing and overnight shifts. 

These positions are titled as follows: 
  • Residential Counselor I or II
  • Treatment Specialist I or II
  • Secure Residential Treatment Specialist I or II 

The Direct Support Staff work as a member of an interdisciplinary team to implement and monitor treatment for residents within the residential facility. These positions involve participation and implementation of program goals and objectives to promote a strengths-based, client centered approach to assisting residents in achieving individual goals and ultimately transitioning to a less restrictive setting. 

REQUIREMENTS 
  • Level I ( Residential Counselor I, Treatment Specialist I or Secure Treatment Specialist I) positions require a High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Level II ( Residential Counselor II, Treatment Specialist II or Secure Treatment Specialist II) positions require a BA degree in a behavioral science field or a combination of education and mental health work experience. Must demonstrate the competencies as outlined in the Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) to become credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA). Certification must be maintained and in compliance with the OAR's.
  • Some work experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness is preferred.
  • Operate Computer hardware and software (Including Electronic Health Record Software) at a level to effectively perform the job functions, including entering and retrieving data.
  • Work may include the use of company provided transportation in order to transport clients; incumbent may need to possess a valid driver's license, three year driving history; clean driving record, ability to pass Driver
  • Motor Vehicle (DMV) check and complete the Cascadia online Defensive Driving course (Overnight shift is an exception based on program needs). 

To review and/or apply directly, please use the link below: 

Inquiries can be directed to recruitment@cascadiabhc.org