Caregiver

DIRECT CAREGIVER

Maybelle Center is seeking a Direct Caregiver to provide trauma-informed person-centered care that supports residents in completing activities of daily living (ADLs) promoting behavioral health stabilization substance use recovery and overall wellness in a behavioral health assisted living setting. This role supports the implementation of the residents Service Plan (SP) Temporary Service Plan (TSP) and Behavior Support Plan (BSP) while maintaining compliance with Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR 411-054).

As the Direct Caregiver you will not only be working as part of a cohesive and interdisciplinary resident care team but you will also be supporting nursing services in their ongoing endeavor to deliver comprehensive holistic health models. You will actively collaborate with team members external partners and residents to promote recovery and stability in a respectful and culturally sensitive manner.

• Full-time non-exempt
• On-site at our assisted living facility (Macdonald Residence)
• Shift needed - Floater(s)
• As a floater you must have flexibility in your schedule to cover two of the following shifts:
  1. DAY (6 AM - 2:30 PM)
  2. Swing (2 PM - 10:30 PM)
  3. NOC (10 PM - 6:30 AM)

• Adheres to and conveys the communitys philosophy of supporting dignity privacy independence choice individuality and a home-like environment for residents.
• Prioritizes people. Answers call lights promptly assists where needed for resident care and safety and embodies a Universal Worker culture.
• Participates in fostering a strong cohesive care team contributing to a positive work environment through effective communication and professional interactions.
• Promotes a trauma-informed care approach by creating a safe supportive and understanding environment for residents.
• Supports residents in maintaining their independence and autonomy respecting their preferences and individuality.
• Fosters a homelike and inclusive atmosphere within the community.

• Follows the individual resident Service Plan and provides assistance with ADLs including bathing grooming toileting dressing hygiene and mobility with awareness of and sensitivity to behavioral needs.
• Provides interventions as outlined in the Behavior Support Plan.
• Observes and monitors residents for changes in condition including physical emotional cognitive and behavioral changes and reports to RN Case Manager and/or appropriate supervisor.
• Read and follow Temporary Service Plans for each resident daily.
• Provide feedback on the efficacy of Behavior Support Plans and Service Plans.
• Assist residents with organizing their living spaces and perform light housekeeping tasks including cleaning biohazards.

• Measures and documents vital signs weights and other health indicators as assigned and trained.
• Collects completes and ensures proper labeling and storage of specimens for laboratory studies (UA) when designated by the RN Case Manager LPN or DNS.
• Demonstrates understanding of and adheres to infection control procedures including PPE use hand hygiene standard and isolation precautions.
• Follows community emergency protocols for fire fall missing resident behavioral crisis medical emergencies overdose substance use and disaster drills.
• Identifies and documents environmental hazards maintenance issues and safety concerns in the maintenance log.
• Assist with implementing de-escalation strategies under the guidance of the Behavioral Health team.

• Attends and actively participates in shift huddles scheduled trainings in-services and team meetings.
• Collaborates with Direct Care Lead and Direct Care Float for coverage during huddle and communicates huddle meeting minutes afterwards.
• Coordinates with Direct Care Lead and Direct Care Float for lunch coverage.
• Contributes to interdisciplinary collaboration and shared decision-making.
• Accepts feedback and engages in continuous learning to improve care delivery communication and crisis response.
• Provides support during peak times emergencies or when residents require additional care.
• Observes and reports maintenance or safety concerns in resident units or shared areas.
• Documents all services provided resident interactions and observations daily in PointClickCare and paper documentation including entries related to SP BSP IRs and TSP implementation.
• Completes or assists in completing incident reports when involved or when the first responder witnesses an incident and follows up with supervisory staff per policy.
• Provide consultation and maintain effective communication with County representatives and other external agencies.
• Facilitate treatment and continuity of care by collaborating with community partners legal representatives guardians and other stakeholders.

• Attends all required education training and competency re-evaluation sessions.

• Perform other tasks within scope as directed by the Direct Care Manager RN Case Manager LPN Director of Behavior Services or Director of Nursing Services.

• Fosters a respectful inclusive and caring atmosphere for residents families and team members.
• Maintains confidentiality and privacy of all residents employees and organizational information.
• Contributes to a cohesive team-oriented work environment.
• Practices safe working habits and contributes to a secure work setting.
• Actively participates in ongoing training in-services and scheduled meetings.
• Supports quality assurance performance improvement projects and performs other duties as assigned within scope and role.
• Commitment and Core Competencies:
• Demonstrates a commitment to trauma-informed care and recovery-oriented behavioral health principles.
• Ability to build rapport and maintain therapeutic boundaries with residents and collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary teams.
• Upholds HIPAA regulations resident rights and community confidentiality protocols.
• Maintains punctuality reliability and compliance with scheduled shifts and attendance standards.
• Demonstrates professional appearance and adherence to dress code standards.
• Willingness to learn accept feedback and adapt to new practices and technologies.
• Mandatory completion and maintenance of certifications and continued education required by Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) Oregon DHS and internal policy.
• Required to wear an assigned name tag and carry designated safety and communication tools (e.g. community keys iAlert device walkie-talkie gait belt closed-toe shoes scrub pants and company-provided shirts) while on duty.

• Must have a high school diploma or general education degree.
• Working knowledge of equipment supplies and chemicals used in clinical and housing operations.
• Food Handlers card required.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions listed.

• Physical stamina to support resident care including lifting repositioning and quick emergency response (up to 25 pounds).
• The physical stamina to occasionally support residents with mobility and care needs including walking stairs (up to four flights).
• Regularly required to use hands to finger handle/feel and to talk and hear.
• Frequently required to sit for extended periods and reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to stand walk stoop kneel and crouch.
• The ability to remain calm under pressure and manage challenging behaviors with empathy and patience.
• Emotional resilience to provide consistent compassionate care in a behavioral health setting.

• 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees with dependent coverage options available
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with a dollar-for-dollar match up to 4% (eligible after 60 days)
• TriMet pass or parking reimbursement
• Generous paid time off: 10 paid holidays plus over 5 weeks of PTO
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for mental health financial and personal support
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Meal provided during on-site shift

Starting Range: $23.00 - $25.00 /hr. (shift differential for hours worked between 6pm and 6am)

About Maybelle Center

Belonging is a basic human need. However many of us face barriers that keep us from experiencing deep connection with others. Maybelle Center partners with neighbors in downtown Portland to build connection and a sense of belonging through affordable housing and inclusive social events and activities so more of us can experience a healthy connected life and contribute to a thriving Portland. You can find out how we build belonging on our website: .

The talented and devoted individuals who work at Maybelle Center bring a passion and commitment to our community every single day - in a sometimes challenging but always rewarding environment. We are guided by our core values: 1.) Every person has innate value and is important; 2.) It is a fundamental need to be socially connected with other humans; 3.) We all have something to offer and places where we can learn and grow - we are continually learning together. Job Posting- Behavioral Health Aide

A Note to Potential Candidates: Studies have shown that women trans nonbinary BIPOC and other candidates from most-impacted communities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every single one of the qualifications as described in a job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization and we are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a background less traditional to our field of work and that is welcome. We would strongly encourage you to apply even if you feel you do not meet every one of the qualifications described. Maybelle Center is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status or any other protected characteristic.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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