A Mental Health Assistant provides basic care and assistance with daily activities to patients with mental illnesses or cognitive disabilities. Helps patients dress and eat, monitors patients' well-being, and restrains patients if they become physically violent. Works in hospitals or mental health care facilities.
Clallam County Respite Center (Port Angeles, WA) Pay range: $20 to $23 per hour plus $2,000 signing bonus
Work Schedule:
Graveyard shifts 9pm to 9am Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every other
Wednesday Benefits:
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Vacation, Sick Leave, Float Days & Paid Holidays 403(b) Retirement Plan Life Insurance Long-Term Disability Employee Assistance and Wellness Programs LifeFlight Membership Education Allowance About the
Role:
The Respite Center Case Aide supports individuals in crisis at our 6-bed mental health respite center. You'll play a key role in providing observation, support, and coordination of care for clients in a safe, recovery-focused environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Monitor and support individuals experiencing mental health crises Coordinate care with clinicians, DCRs, nurses, and other providers Assist with admissions, discharges, and medication self-administration Offer emotional support, referrals, and skill-building encouragement Communicate with outside care partners and support teams Help with meals, housekeeping, and maintaining a clean, safe facility Accurately document services using the electronic medical record system
What You'll Need:
High School Diploma or GED required One year experience in a clinical or behavioral health setting preferred Valid WA driver's license with insurable driving record Agency Affiliated Counselor registration (we help you obtain this) CPR/First Aid certification and Food Worker Permit Ability to pass a background check, drug screen, and provide immunization records (MMR, HepB, Tdap and flu shot) You're a
Good Fit If You:
Remain calm under pressure and can manage crisis situations Communicate clearly and compassionately Are comfortable working with adults experiencing mental health symptoms Can perform light housekeeping and safely lift up to 35 pounds Embrace diversity and teamwork in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting individuals with mental health needs Familiarity with CareLogic or similar EMR systems •Peninsula Behavioral Health does not discriminate because of a person's presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity including transgender status, marital status, pregnancy, childbirth, and pregnancy-related conditions, age (40), honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, state employee or health care whistleblower status.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Health savings account Paid orientation Paid time off Paid training Retirement plan Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you willing to work graveyard shifts 9pm to 9am Sunday, Monday, Tuesday and every other Wednesday?
Education:
High school or equivalent (Required) Shift availability: Night Shift (Required) Overnight Shift (Required)
