SKILLS TRAINER - FT LIFE HOUSE

Volunteers-of-America; Sheridan (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Volunteers of America Northern Rockies seeks a Skills Trainer to provide direct support, skill training, and supervision per treatment plans in a residential setting. The role requires coordinating with a multidisciplinary team and maintaining accurate case records.

You will participate in team meetings, assist in in-home visits, and ensure client safety and program compliance, including crisis prevention and crisis intervention as needed.

Qualifications

• Crisis management and calm decision-making when working with clients in crisis.
• Clean and organized documentation of treatment plans and progress notes.
• Must maintain valid certifications for CPR/First Aid, Mental Health First Aid, and MANDT within the specified timelines.

Responsibilities

• Provide support, supervision, and skill training per the treatment plan.
• Attend team meetings and case staffing as assigned by supervisor.
• Conduct in-home skills training visits to develop independent living skills.
• Coordinate daily facility operations and monitor client safety.
• Transport clients to services and appointments as needed.
• Maintain case records and comply with agency policies.

Skills

Crisis management

Organization

Communication

Team collaboration

Servant leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR/First Aid

Mental Health First Aid

MANDT

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Skills Trainer - HealthcareClassification: Non-ExemptReports to: Program Director/Supervisor/LeadDate: June 2025Each day at Volunteers of America, we strive to exemplify our foundational pillar of Servant Leadership and Cultural Values of Communication, Compassion, Integrity, Respect, and Excellence.At VOA we are committed to providing opportunities that help staff grow and enhance their skill sets. As part of this commitment, we invest in on-the-job training to prepare employees for their new positions, offer professional development opportunities, coaching, and career pathways to promote our culture of helping staff advance their careers throughout the organizationJOB DESCRIPTION_____________________________________________________________________________Summary/ObjectiveThe Skills Trainer will provide support, skill training, and one-on-one supervision to clients as outlined in the treatment plan. The Skills Trainer will also maintain case records and documentation per Volunteers of America Northern Rockies' policies and procedures and coordinate facility operations and client needs with other staff.Essential FunctionsProvide support, supervision, activities, and skills training individually and/or in group settings outlined in the treatment plan. This may include coping skills, self-care, social interaction skills, illness management, crisis management, daily living activities, community awareness, incoming/outgoing residence transitional support, etc.Participates as an integral member of a multidisciplinary treatment team.Attends team meetings, community partner meetings, and case staffing as assigned by supervisor or clinic director.Conducts in-home skills training visits to assist clients with developing independent living skills.Assist in preparing materials for the day treatment process, e.g., preparing copies/packets, preparing the group room, and cleaning and organizing the workspace.Cleans program facilities/areas as needed or assigned.Provide all services within the detoxification process for clients. Including:Non-medical monitoring as prescribed in policies and proceduresProvides medication monitoring of clients following medical policies and procedures.Provides basic risk assessment and immediate referral to program coordinator, primary clinician, or on-call staff for expanded risk assessment and intervention.Provide for clients' life and medical safety, behavioral control, and crisis prevention activities within the scope of practice, and contact supervisors, primary clinicians, and appropriate emergency services as needed.Is responsible for contacting clinical staff as needed to intervene in situations requiring professional support, increased intervention, alternative placement, or level of care.Coordinate daily facility operations, including required monitoring, walkthroughs, and room searches of facility and clients according to program needs.Transport clients to access services and appointments as authorized by program needs and treatment plan.May administer Drug and Alcohol screens/tests as needed and authorized by clinical staff or primary therapist.Participates as a team member of the client's care team.Utilizes assessments with clients as outlined in the program, such as the DLA-20, MIS, PHQ 9, GAD 7, SOWS, or CIWA.Maintains case records and other documentation as outlined in agency policies.Familiarizes themself and complies with all Volunteers of America Northern Rockie's policies and procedures for the individual programs they will be working on.Participates in all supervision, staff meetings, and training required by the supervisor and organization.Maintains productivity/billable hour expectations as determined by leadership.Other duties as assigned.CompetenciesCrisis managementAbility to work with multiple staff, clients, and agencies.Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software: Outlook, Word, ExcelAble to meet tight deadlines under pressure.Organization skillsAbility to work both independently and as part of a team.Practical oral and written communication skillsContinuous demonstration of behaviors aligned with a posture of servant leadership and ourcultural values.Supervisory ResponsibilityThis position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.Work EnvironmentThis job operates in a residential facility environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as laptops, photocopiers, and smartphones.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. This would require lifting files, opening filing cabinets, and bending or standing on a stool as necessary.Position Type/Expected Hours of WorkThis is a full-time or part-time status dependent on the position hired for in a 24/7 facility. Days and hours of work vary according to the assigned shift.TravelSome travel is required for this position.Required Education, Experience, or Eligibility QualificationsHigh School Diploma or GEDMust possess and maintain a valid driver's license1-2 years of training and/or experience in adult education, populations with learning disabilities, or severe mental illness.Must obtain and maintain valid certifications for the following training within the first 30 days of employment. (Training for certification will be offered in the house)CPR / First AidMental Health First AidMANDTPreferred Education and ExperienceExperience working with people experiencing mental illness and/or substance use problemsExperience working with people who are actively experiencing a crisisExperience working with people in a residential service environment3-5 years of training and/or experience in adult education, populations with learning disabilities, or severe mental illness.EEO StatementVolunteers of America Northern Rockies is committed to equal opportunity for all, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristics. Volunteers of America Northern Rockies will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you are interested in applying for an employment opportunity and feel you need a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the ADA, please contact us at 307-672-0475.