Residential Counselor II Cascadia Behavioral Health 20 reviews - Portland, OR 97214 Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare, 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 and who are committed to working effectively with diverse community populations, and who are expected to strengthen such capacity if hired. This position is located at Nadine's Place. The schedule for this position is Friday - Sunday 10am - 6:30pm. Nadine's Place is a 6-bed residential treatment facility, located in Southeast Portland. Nadine's Place is a 6-bed residential treatment facility, located in Southeast Portland. We serve adults with serious mental illness as well as a history of drug and alcohol abuse. Nadine's Place provides individuals with a structured daily schedule. Under close supervision, the Residential Counselor I or II works as a member of an interdisciplinary team to implement and monitor treatment for residents within the residential facility. This position involves 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. Essential Responsibilities: This position description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, or working conditions associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties as necessary. * Provide therapeutic interventions with residents as required and directed by the mental health treatment plan. * Provide individual and/or group skill training, supervision and support in areas such as self-care, hygiene, community resources, and other life skills as directed by the plan of care. * Facilitate at least one therapeutic group interaction * Participate in regular supervision and act in the role of Primary Treatment Coordinator. Attend clinical case conferences and staff meetings to gain knowledge and communicate program and resident needs. * Comply with and implement regulations, policies, and procedures under which the facility is licensed and operates. * Assist in crisis situations as appropriate, following emergency protocols and procedures. Have the ability and be prepared to assist with avoidance preventing escalation; apply physical and mechanical restraint techniques as appropriate, to avoid crisis situations or to neutralize crises in progress. * Assist in meal set-up, preparation, serving, and clean up related to meal times or cooking group activities. Perform other household chores as needed, including but not limited to, light housekeeping and cleaning of biohazards. * Accompany residents to, and assist residents during medical appointments in the community. * Respect and honor client rights and responsibilities and demonstrate professional boundaries and ethics. * Document and maintain clinical records in a manner that assures compliance with all agency policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations. Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation as required, associated with assessment, treatment, residents' progress and other activities. Complete electronic medical records (EMR) as required using Cascadia software. * Demonstrate responsibility for safety of residents and property; have an understanding of fire regulations and evacuation procedures; hold regular fire safety drills with residents in compliance with facility policies and procedures. * Adhere to mandatory abuse reporting laws and HIPAA requirements. * Be ready and able to serve as a lead person, responsible for contacting the Administrator On-Call for clinical decisions and direction and provide leadership for decisions that are needed throughout a shift * Stay awake on all shifts * Provide input into the establishment of operational procedures. * Complete daily billing and documentation requirements. * Coordinate with oncoming shift regarding resident concerns, building/program needs, and any relevant issues to ensure the smooth operation of the program. * Provide input toward the therapeutic treatment plan in collaboration with the case manager. * Administer medication, as trained, in compliance with prescriber's orders * Provide transportation to escort residents out in the community depending on shift working. Secondary Responsibilities: * Complete annual employee training requirements on a timely basis as indicated in the licensing requirements for the facility as well as agency requirements. Attend seminars, training and other educational opportunities in order to develop professional skills and abilities. * Participate in all scheduled staff meetings, supervision sessions, and other departmental and agency meetings. * Must have the ability to perform CPR, First Aid, and properly use AED equipment. CPR/ First Aid certifications are required and must remain current. * Perform other duties as assigned. The physical demands of this position will require the ability to perform the essential functions of the position without compromising client care. For more information about physical requirements, please contact recruitment@cascadiabhc.org. Education: * The Residential Counselor II requires a Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science field from an accredited college or university or three years of full time professional experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness. The job incumbent must demonstrate the competencies as outlined in OAR 309-016-0005 to become credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA). Experience: