"Serving our community with acceptance, compassion and respect"

ABOUT CASCADE:

Cascade Community Healthcare (CCH) has been providing treatment services to Lewis County and surrounding areas for more than 50 years. Our mission is to provide our clients with compassionate and encouraging counseling leading to a renewed sense of hope and the ability to make positive changes and live more satisfying lives. Cascade currently has six treatment locations in Lewis County. The Cascade Evaluation and Treatment Center provides intensive mental health and psychiatric services for adults 18 and older. This 22-bed facility has 16 beds on the evaluation and treatment unit, and 6 beds on our crisis stabilization unit.

The Cascade Evaluation and Treatment Center is looking for a Mental Health Technician on our Inpatient team. The Mental Health Technician (MHT) position is responsible for carrying out the daily operations of the unit for which they are assigned. Each staff will provide structure, safety, emotional support, and therapeutic counseling to clients experiencing an acute psychiatric crisis. Every individual who holds this position ensures that the unit is maintained and that basic services are provided.

Starting November 1, 2022 Cascade Community Healthcare will not require the COVID-19 vaccination as a condition of employment.

SHIFTS AVAILABLE:

• Swing Shift: Thursday - Monday 2:30pm - 11:00pm

This position is eligible for $2/hour shift differential for eligible hours on Swing an NOC shifts and hours worked on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.

WHAT YOU NEED TO GET THE JOB DONE:

• High School Diploma or G.E.D. required.
• Certified Peer Counselor preferred.
• Must be eligible to and obtain Agency Affiliated Counselor (AAC) or CNA credential from WA State Department of Health.
• Experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness preferred.
• Must be able to pass WA State Patrol background check. A national background check may be required.
• Must be able to represent the agency in a positive and professional manner.
• Must be able to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to enter information into a computer network system.
• Must comply with agency policies and procedures.
• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle.
• Must maintain current home telephone and address on file with the Human Resources office.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Provide therapeutic interventions and case management support, as well as coordination assistance for clients admitted to the units.
• Participate in the planning and evaluation of client needs based on patient behaviors.
• Provide direct client care services in accordance with the treatment plan and under the direction of a professional nurse.
• Assist in providing a safe and therapeutic environment according to established policies and procedures.
• Provide coverage on the Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU) as directed.
• Maintain records and reports in accordance with agency policies, procedures, and expectations.
• Participate in supervision, consultation, and training as directed/assigned.
• Provide reports, documentation, and other appropriate and necessary paperwork in accordance with agency policies, procedures, and expectations.
• Ensure that ethical and professional standards of practice are always maintained as a representative of Cascade.
• Participate in other selected activities at the direction of the Chief of Inpatient and SUD.

WHAT YOU'LL LOVE ABOUT US:

• Cascade is an eligible employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program.
• Meaningful work. The services we provide have a big impact and it makes what we do count.
• Self-Care, time away from work. Start off with 13 hours of paid time off (PTO) earned monthly, and 11 paid holidays plus 16 hours of personal holiday. Pro-rated based on FTE. PTO and Personal Holiday are available after 90-days of employment.
• Health Benefits. Medical, dental, and vision. HSA and FSA options available.
• Additional benefits: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Teladoc, AD&D Group Life Insurance, and voluntary long-term disability.
• Preparing for your Future. 401(k), after 6-months of employment Cascade contributes 5% of your gross earnings monthly. No match required.
• Working towards licensure? We have Team Managers that will provide those hours at no charge to you.
• Cascade covers the cost of Department of Health licensure renewals and other certification renewals that are required for you to do your job (DEA, CPR/BLS, etc.).
• Medical benefits will be effective the first of the month following 60 days of employment. Must be at least a 0.75 FTE (30 hours/week) to be eligible for medical benefits. Must be at least a 0.5 FTE (20 hours per week) to be eligible for dental, vision, Teladoc, and Life and AD&D.

To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume. No phone calls.