Clinical Field Training Specialist

Trilogy Behavioral Healthcare; Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FREE Virtual Primary Care, Urgent Care

Mental Health Counseling for ALL EMPLO

Paid Maternity/Paternity leave

Medical Insurance (BCBS IL)

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-Term & Short-Term Disability

Pet Insurance

FSA (Health, Dependent Care, Transit)

EAP

403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer 2

Job summary

Trilogy Behavioral Healthcare in Skokie, IL, seeks a Clinical Field Training Specialist to advance evidence-based practices across programs. You will deliver staff education, field-based coaching, and CEU coordination, aligning with Trilogy’s Philosophy of Care and quality standards.

The role emphasizes on-site training three days a week, collaboration with the Clinical Training and Education Director, and development of training materials to meet organizational needs.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois preferred.
• Minimum five years’ experience in a healthcare, social services, or non-profit setting.
• At least one year experience providing consultation, supervision, continuing education and/or job skills training to other professionals in a clinical setting preferred.
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License with daily access to a vehicle.
• Ability to spend minimum 3 days per week on site, with availability for more on-site days as work duties require.
• Knowledge and understanding of HFS Medicaid rules 132, 140, 115, 2060 preferred
• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office applications, including Teams, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• May be required to lift, carry, bend, reach, and stand with parcels up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate trainings for New Staff Orientation and clinical onboarding.
• Provide continuing education opportunities, consultation, and technical assistance on evidence-based practices and clinical techniques.
• Deliver group and individual training on clinical assessments and service documentation compliant with Medicaid rules.
• Design, update, and deliver training materials reflecting current standards and needs.
• Engage staff trainees using diverse instructional methods to maximize engagement.
• Collaborate with Clinical Training and Education Director to identify gaps and drive QA improvements.
• Coordinate external CEU offerings and speakers for events.
• Build professional relationships to promote learning culture across the organization.
• Represent Training Department professionally and communicate emerging issues timely.

Skills

Staff Training

Coaching

Educational Sessions

Evidence-Based Practices

Clinical Education

MS Teams

Outlook

PowerPoint

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Office Location: 5250 Old Orchard Rd Skokie IL 60077

The Clinical FieldTraining Specialist plays a vital role in the professional development of Trilogy’s clinical workforce. This position supports the implementation of evidence-based practices across a broad range of programs and roles, ensuring staff are equipped to deliver ethical, high-qualitycare. The Clinical Field Training Specialisthelps staff from clinical programs thrive in their roles through educational sessions and field-based skills coaching. They are instrumental in reinforcing Trilogy’s Philosophy of Care and strengthening the overall quality of services cliniciansprovide to clients and communities.

Responsibilities:

• Facilitate individual and group training sessions as part of New Staff Orientation and clinical onboarding, including orienting new clinical staff to evidence-based models, clinical best practices, and internal policies and procedures.
• Provide continuing education opportunities, consultation, and technical assistance on evidence-based practices and specialized clinical techniques, including but not limited to Motivational Interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT).
• Provide group and individual training on clinical assessments and service documentation in compliance with Illinois Medicaid rules (132, 140, 115, 2060).
• Design, update, and deliver training and educational materials for in-house offerings, ensuring content reflects current standards and organizational needs.
• Engage staff trainees using diverse instructional methods to maximize engagement and knowledge retention.
• Participate in continuing education on clinical topics as well as instructional design and training delivery.
• Obtain and maintain certifications to facilitate specialized trainings such as Mental Health First Aid, Mental Health Awareness Training, and CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention.
• Assist to identify and coordinate external CEU offerings, including coordinating with external speakers and co-hosting virtual and in-person events.
• Partner with the Clinical Training and Education Director to identify training gaps and contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives.
• Build and maintain positive professional relationships across the organization to promote a culture of learning and collaboration.
• Represent the Training Department and the organization in a professional manner, ensuring timely and effective communication regarding emerging issues.
• Perform other related duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field required.
• Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Illinois preferred.
• Minimum five years’ experience in a healthcare, social services, or non-profit setting
• At least one year experience providing consultation, supervision, continuing education and/or job skills training to other professionals in a clinical setting preferred.
• Valid Illinois Driver’s License with daily access to a vehicle.
• Ability to spend minimum 3 days per week on site, with availability for more on‑site days as work duties require.
• Knowledge and understanding of HFS Medicaid rules 132, 140, 115, 2060 preferred
• Intermediate computer skills in Microsoft Office applications, including Teams, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• May be required to lift, carry, bend, reach, and stand with parcels up to 25 lbs.
• FREE Virtual Primary Care, Urgent Care, and Mental Health Counseling for ALL Employees
• PAID Maternity/Paternity leave
• Medical Insurance (BCBS of IL)
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Pet Insurance
• FSA (Health, Dependent Care, Transit)
• EAP
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match

Qualifications

Experience

Required

5 years:

5 years:

Direct service experience in a healthcare, social services, or non-profit setting.

Licenses & Certifications

Preferred

LMFT

LCSW

LCPC

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