RAP Residential Specialist
Company: ColumbiaCare Services, Inc.
Location: Portland
Posted on: October 19, 2024
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Job Description:
APPLY TODAY AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE MENTAL HEALTH FIELD!
What We OfferEnjoy our many benefits and incentives including:
Affordable Medical/Dental/Vision plansFlexible Spending
AccountGenerous Paid Time OffWhole Health & Wellness Reimbursement
ProgramProfessional development and training opportunities100%
Vested Retirement Plan w/ up to 6% MatchHoliday Pay (9)Paid
Personal Growth HoursPaid Time Off for Mental HealthCompany Paid
Life InsuranceSpontaneous & Longevity BonusesLoan Forgiveness
Program EligibilityEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) & Tobacco
Cessation Program For more details about our benefits, visit our
website! About the Position We have an opening for a Residential
Specialist at our Rental Assistance Program (RAP) in the Portland
area, to work specifically within Clackamas County. Residential
Specialists are considered the subject matter expert on accessing
resources to obtain housing and completion of all applications and
accompanying documents. They work directly with clients by
assisting them to navigate very complex systems such as rental
applications and requirements, HUD/alternative subsidy
applications, benefits systems, public transportation, etc.
Residential Specialists will provide ongoing support to clients in
terms of psychiatric stability and symptom management. Travel
within Clackamas County area using a company vehicle is required.
Vocational Training ProgramFor 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: Monday through
Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm (Full Time, Day) What You'll Make$24.00 -
$26.00 per hour DOE/Credentials. Additional 5% Language
Differential offered for Bilingual or Multilingual candidates
(Spanish/English desired). About the ProgramRental Assistance
Program (RAP) is designed to help high-needs individuals obtain
independent housing in the community. Clients who qualify have a
diagnosis of serious mental illness and are stepping down from
higher levels of care, such as the state hospital or a licensed
treatment facility. These individuals typically face many barriers
to obtaining housing and it's our focus to help them to overcome
those obstacles. ColumbiaCare Services is a qualifying employer for
the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program. What You'll
NeedMust 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; OR
minimum three (3) years of verifiable behavioral health experience
working with individuals with behavioral health needs in a
supervised setting; OR equivalent combination of behavioral science
education in addition to satisfactory supplemental behavioral
health experience and trainingBasic knowledge of the mental health
system, including public and community services. If not already
registered as a QMHA through the Mental Health & Addiction
Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO), we will assist you in
registering within 30 days of hire. 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 also have a valid Oregon driver's
license, 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, sit, stand, walk, reach; as well as lift, carry, push,
and pull up to 40 pounds. It may require the ability to
occasionally climb stairs and ladders, bend, stoop, squat/kneel,
and perform other physical tasks as applicable. In addition, you
must successfully completecrisisde-escalation and CPR trainings,
which require performing various physical, hands-on maneuvers and
techniques. Reasonable accommodations can be made. About
UsColumbiaCare 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 diversity 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 diverse
backgrounds and who will contribute to our mission, vision, and
core values. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and
Affirmative Action Employer; therefore, 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 as well as bilingual and/or bicultural applicants.Equal
Opportunity Employer, including disability/protected
veteransCompensation details: 24-26 Hourly
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