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Mental Health Associate

Eugene, OR · On-site

$27.42 - $36.64/hr

... Assist in diverting individuals from admission to the Oregon State Hospital (OSH). Support safe ... This position does require a current QMHA Certification through MHACBO. About the Division Lane ...

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Tempo - Residential Mental Health Associate - On-call

Kairos

Eugene, OR • On-site

$22.23 - $27.06/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 3 days ago

Job description

Description
Primary Purpose
Assist in the care and treatment of young adults with psychiatric needs by providing a consistent presence, skills training, and emotional support in a safe and secure manner. Assist young adults with life skills and assistance with obtaining and maintaining employment out in the community.
Education and Experience
A BA/BS in a Behavioral Science or three years of work experience in Human Service/Mental Health field or a combination of relevant education and experience.
Certified QMHA on the Mental Health & Addictions Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) registry preferred or must meet QMHA registration requirements with MHACBO
Minimum Qualifications
  • Provide proof of current, valid Oregon Driver's License (or if out-of-state will obtain Oregon license within 30 days), comprehensive automobile insurance (if applicable) and a safe driving record (minimum of 3 yrs.) to use company or personal vehicle for required duties.
  • Successfully pass a Criminal Background Check and Medicaid Fraud Check.
  • Obtain and maintain current CPI Verbal De-escalation Certification.
  • Obtain and maintain current First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
  • Obtain a Food Handlers Card.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities and Core Competencies
  • Deliver and coordinate skills training, psychiatric services, and mental health services for young adults within the program and in coordination with community partners.
  • Establish rapport by demonstrating and maintaining clear, consistent, appropriate, and therapeutic boundaries while being present in the home environment of the young adults served.
  • Consistently participate in ongoing education and trainings provided by the agency and through external trainings to promote understanding of the young adult population and best practice in working with the population.
  • Consistently complete all training hours required to maintain certification as a Qualified Mental Health Associate and annually complete the recertification requirements required by the state and the agency.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of and alignment with Trauma Informed Care using a variety of therapeutic approaches, including but not limited to, Collaborative Problem Solving, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Humanistic, and Integrative. Show competency in utilizing the concepts/approaches in interactions with young adults, families, staff, and community partners.
  • Actively supervise and interact with young adults both in the community and within the therapeutic milieu to maintain safety and provide in the moment psychiatric and mental health services.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of young adults' development, anticipated differences in development based on diagnosis and history, and group dynamics by adjusting therapeutic approaches for appropriate developmental level for group interactions to allow full group engagement.
  • Provide transportation of young adults, or assistance with transportation, including independent forms of transportation such as navigating public transportation, for appointments and activities.
  • Provide individual and group skills training and coaching within skill areas including, but not limited to, independent living/self-sufficiency, exercise, healthy eating, wellness, education, continuing education, coping skills, navigating the medical community, establishing services, and community living.
  • Provide modeling and lived experience examples to assist youth in problem solving issues related to independent living skills such as obtaining employment, finding housing, navigating interactions with financial institutions, establishing services with utilities, establishing services with medical providers, and basic home inventory and care.
  • Safely de-escalate young adults, including in crisis situations, by effectively using verbal intervention skills.
  • Concisely and thoroughly document daily clinical information. Provide timely accurate documentation to meet billing requirements. Must adhere to Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) and standards of care.
  • Consistently meet program billing requirements.
  • Abide by ethical codes, mission, values, and professional standards, including confidentiality.
  • Actively utilize, reference, and follow agency policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Present a positive attitude, professional demeanor and demonstrated respect with young adults, families, staff, visitors, and community partners.
  • Perform all work tasks in a proper and safe manner per established policies, procedures, and guidelines to prevent unnecessary injury, time loss and agency expense.
  • Comply with all federal, state and agency health and safety reporting requirements.

Other Duties
  • Perform other related work as assigned.
  • Attend trainings and meetings as assigned. May be appointed to committees.

Attendance
  • Maintain prompt and regular attendance in accordance with company policy.
  • Ability to be flexible and adjust schedule as necessary to fit program needs and meet the needs of youth and their families.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the staff person to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the staff person is regularly required to use hands to type, handle, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear. The staff person frequently is required to stand and walk. The staff person is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The staff person must frequently lift and or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 pounds. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception and operating a motor vehicle.
Working Conditions: The working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by the staff person to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the staff person is frequently exposed to loud noises, outside weather conditions such as heat, cold and humidity. The staff person is occasionally exposed to chemical solutions and body fluids.
Hazardous Conditions: Risk of verbal and physical threats and harm from clients. Possible exposure to air and Bloodborne Pathogens.
Equipment Used: May include general office equipment, such as computer, telephone, agency or personal vehicle, general cleaning supplies, and kitchen utensils/supplies.
Travel: Travel is expected for required trainings.
Other Responsibilities: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Staff's Attestation constitutes staff's understanding of the requirements, essential functions, and duties of the position.
Requirements
In order to be considered for a position with Kairos, applicants must meet and agree to the following requirements:
  • Meet all Education and/or Experience Requirements listed for the specific position.
  • Provide references upon request.
  • Request official transcripts upon offer of employment.
  • Provide proof of current, valid Oregon Driver's License (or if out-of-state will obtain Oregon license within 30 days), comprehensive automobile insurance (if applicable) and a safe driving record (minimum of 3 yrs.) to use company or personal vehicle for required duties.
  • Successfully pass a Criminal Background Check and Medicaid Fraud Check.
  • Obtain and maintain current CPI Verbal De-Escalation Certification during employment.
  • Obtain and maintain current First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification during employment.
  • Obtain a Food Handler's Card once employed.

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