Skills Trainer – Children Grants Pass/Josephine County Schools

Skills Trainer – Children Grants Pass/Josephine County Schools

14 May 2024
Oregon, Medford-ashland, 97501 Medford-ashland USA

Skills Trainer – Children Grants Pass/Josephine County Schools

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How to Apply:

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EOE

$1,000 SIGNING BONUS

Full-time, part-time and school days/hours (summer off) available:

Full-Time: 30-40 hours per week/year round

Part –Time: 20-29 hours per week/year round

School Days/Hours (summer Off) – hours will vary during school year/days. Not benefits eligible. (Averages less than 20 hours per week over the course of a calendar year).

Benefits for 30+ hours per week include:

Family medical, dental, long term disability, 403(b) plan with 6% match, and more.

Generous paid time off policy. (Annual accrual up to 208 hours - based on FTE status and available to use upon accrual). Plus 10 paid holidays annually.

Bilingual skills a plus but not required; Options pays a premium for employees who can conduct business in Spanish and provide certification of a language proficiency test approved by the Oregon Health Authority that meets a proficiency level of “High Intermediate”.

Overview

Skills Trainer for youth services in Grants Pass/Josephine County Elementary Schools

The Skills Trainer provides recovery oriented services to children, adults, and families. Teaches youth coping skills, trains them in social skills, and assists families in developing skills for effectively supporting the youth; also mentors and promotes the development of life skills such as emotional self-regulation, interpersonal skills, and self-advocacy. Carries out individual treatment plans and/or school plans for clients on caseload. The majority of services are delivered in the schools.

Responsibilities

Teaches and mentors youth on a one-to-one basis and may facilitate teaching and mentoring in groups. Works with school personnel and Options to design interventions and strategies that will help students be successful in school and life. Facilitates and coordinates access to needed services and supports within the community. Assists students and their families with accessing local services and supports such as housing, social security benefits, education, physical health care etc. Works in partnership with other Options team members coordinating services with other service providers, and actively participates as part of an integrated treatment team. May drives agency vehicle and transport clients as required. Manages time and caseload effectively.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s (BA/BS) degree in a human services field OR three years of experience providing services in a similar setting with individuals who have emotional and/or mental and/or developmental disabilities, OR a combination of education and experience that provides the desired skills, knowledge, and abilities required to perform the job.

Must be a QMHA on the Mental Health & Addictions Certification Board of Oregon (MHACBO) registry.

-OR-

Meet eligibility qualifications to register with MHACBO.

Please visit www.mhacbo.org for more information.

Candidates must be able to use e-mail, compose documents, save and locate documents electronically, and learn to use our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Proficiency in Word and other MS Office applications preferred.

Must pass state-required background and DMV checks; possess a valid OR driver's license and a satisfactory driving record to transport clients. Candidate must be able to work independently and flexibly, under general supervision.

Options for Southern Oregon is subject to the State of Oregon vaccine mandate for healthcare workers. New hires must submit vaccination documentation showing they are fully vaccinated, or be approved for an exception/accommodation, by their hire date.

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