Skills Trainer (Enhanced Care Riverside)

Job Overview

Location/Schedule: This position is located at Riverside an enhanced care facility in Gresham OR. The schedule for this position is Saturday through Wednesday 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Position: Skills Trainer

Program: Enhanced Care

Cascadias Mission and Vision:

Mission: Cascadia Health delivers whole health care integrated mental health and addiction services primary care and housing to promote hope and support the well-being of the communities we serve.

Vision: We envision a community where everyone benefits from whole health care experiences well-being and has a self-directed connected life.

Position Description: The Skills Trainer works within an interdisciplinary team to support and implement treatment plans for residents in a trauma-informed care setting. This position promotes client-centered support helping residents develop skills for independent living and transition to less restrictive settings. This role requires independent community work and includes skills training therapeutic intervention and a strengths-based approach to goal setting and community reintegration.

Essential Responsibilities:

This position description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities skills or working conditions associated with the position. Management reserves the right to modify add or remove duties as necessary.

• Provide therapeutic interventions including individual and group skills training in alignment with client treatment plans.

• Apply Harm Reduction Trauma-Informed Care and Motivational Interviewing in daily operations.

• Develop and lead structured group activities to support socialization recreation and skill-building for residents.

• Supervise and assist residents in self-care hygiene meal preparation community integration and social skills per their treatment plans.

• Document progress notes and update Behavior Support Plans quarterly; ensure timely EHR documentation.

• Collaborate with treatment team members to communicate client needs and program goals.

• Support residents in community outings medical appointments and skills training activities.

• Maintain compliance with facility regulations policies and licensing requirements.

• Participate in regular staff meetings supervision sessions and required trainings.

• Adhere to crisis intervention protocols safety practices and HIPAA and abuse reporting laws.

• Perform additional duties as needed including light housekeeping and assisting with mealtime setups.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelors degree in a behavioral science field from an accredited college or university or three years of full-time professional experience providing direct service to individuals in a social service setting. Demonstrate the competencies to become credentialed as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) as outlined in the Oregon Administrative Rulings (OARs). Certification must be kept current and in compliance with OARs through MHACBO.

Experience:

• Experience in a residential mental health setting and providing skills training services is preferred but not required.

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:

• Proficient verbal and written communication skills.

• Basic knowledge of Trauma Informed Care (TIC) Motivational Interviewing and Evidence-Based Practices.

• Basic understanding of recovery models illness management and strength-based philosophies.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (e.g. Word & Excel).

Other:

• CPR Certification (training provided post-hire).

• Possess a valid drivers license minimum of one year driving history ability to pass Driver Motor Vehicle (DMV) check and complete the Cascadia online Defensive Driving course (some programs).

Working Conditions:

• Environment:Work is conducted in an enhanced care residential setting. Employees must remain alert and attentive during shifts and rest breaks and meal periods may be interrupted as needed.

• Mental Demands:The role requires flexibility and the ability to manage unpredictable and diverse tasks that may impact costs employee morale or client outcomes.

• Physical Demands:Involves supporting residents community integration and social skills. Employees must have the ability to transport residents using agency vehicles and assist in active recreational events skill-building outings and other community access activities. Employees must also ensure safety in potentially volatile situations.

Cascadia Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For assistance or accommodations due to a disability please contact us at or at .

Benefits

We offer generous benefits for our full-time and part-time employees (20 hours pro-rated) including:

• Generous Paid Time Off Package Full-time employees earn 6 weeks of PTO in their first year!

• Medical and Dental Coverage (begins 1stof the month following hire date)

• VSP Vision Discount Plan

• 403(B) Retirement Savings (Pre and post-tax plans with up to 8% employer matching contribution!)

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) (Medical dependent care and transportation options)

• Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance

• Paid Bereavement and Jury Duty Leave

• Length of Service Award

• Voluntary Life Insurance

• Supplemental Insurance

• Student loan forgiveness options

Wellness Benefits:

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Bike to Work Reimbursement

• Discounted Fitness Memberships

• Trauma Support Team

Starting Rate Range in USD ($)