Supportive Housing Associate

Company: ColumbiaCare Services
Location: Medford
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

APPLY TODAY AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE MENTAL HEALTH FIELD! ***$1,000 Sign on Bonus along with up to $15.00 per day incentive pay during the pandemic.*** ColumbiaCare Services is a Behavioral Health Care Provider subject to OAR 333-019-1010, which requires all employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or qualify for a medical or religious exemption in accordance with the rule. What We OfferEnjoy our many benefits and incentives including: Competitive PayAffordable Medical/Dental/Vision plans (30+ hrs)Generous Vacation and Sick timeWhole Health & Wellness Reimbursement ProgramProfessional development and training opportunities100% Vested Retirement Plan w/ up to 6% Match (pending completion of waiting period and qualifying hours)Holiday Pay (9)Paid Personal Growth HoursPaid Time Off for Mental HealthCompany Paid Life InsuranceSpontaneous Bonuses & Merit IncreasesEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) (confidential access to licensed professional counselors & work/life specialists to assist you with a variety of issues)Tobacco Cessation Program For more details about our benefits, visit our website! About the Job We have openings for Supportive Housing Associates at our Swing Lane and East Grove Home Supportive Housing programs in Medford, Oregon. The Supportive Housing Associate motivates adults with serious mental illness to participate in a variety of skills training and other treatment activities. Their primary responsibilities include assisting tenants with health care arrangements; facilitating access to community resources and amenities; and assisting tenants with completing housing applications, move-in arrangements, medication administration, money management, symptom monitoring, and housekeeping. The Supportive Housing Associate encourages socialization, self-help, and communication, and gives daily support for problem solving. This position requires that you demonstrate empathy and active listening. In addition, you will receive crisis de-escalation training, which requires performing various physical, hands-on maneuvers and techniques. If you have experience working as a Direct Support Professional (DSP), Residential Assistant (RA), Residential Counselor, Skills Trainer, or Caregiving for a client experiencing severe mental illness, then the Supportive Housing Associate position might be a good fit for you! Work Schedules: Wednesday and Thursday, 8:00am - Midnight (16 hours per day, sleep onsite); ORSaturday and Sunday, 8:30am - 5:00pm What You'll MakeStarting at $17.50+ per hour DOE/Credentials. An additional $2.50 per hour night shift differential will apply during the work hours of 10:00pm - 6:00am. About the Program Swing Lane (est. 2018) is a 7-unit Supportive Housing Program providing affordable housing to individuals living with a disability. The goal of this program is to reintegrate individuals into the community by stepping down into lower levels of care or housing as they progress in their recovery. Swing Lane offers permanent, intensive Supportive Housing as well as transitional Room & Board units for adults with a serious mental illness. East Grove Home is a non-licensed, furnished, transitional housing program in Medford Oregon serving up to 5 JCC Members who need extra supports for ongoing stabilization. This program is intended to be a step between higher levels of care and more permanent, independent housing environments. What You'll Need1 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 mental health experience working with individuals living with a serious mental illness in a supervised social service setting; OR equivalent combination of behavioral science education in addition to satisfactory supplemental mental health experience and training Successful applicants MUST also have a valid Oregon driver's license, maintain a safe driving record, and the ability to pass a DHS criminal background check. 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.PI177845752

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