Skills Trainer I/II, FIT Sacramento

Stanford Sierra Youth & Families; Manlove (CA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$1,000 Hiring Bonus

$1,500 Spanish Speaking Bonus

Job summary

Stanford Sierra Youth & Families is seeking qualified professionals to provide Intensive Home Based Services (IHBS) and rehabilitation to youth within home, school or community settings. The role includes intake, assessments, safety planning, and coordination with family teams and providers.

The position emphasizes documentation of Medi-Cal services, collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, and adherence to agency policies, with opportunities for growth and development within the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health/social service field is required.
• Master’s degree with licensure (LMFT/LPCC/LCSW) or eligibility or related field with licensure is preferred.
• AA Degree with 6 years of direct experience in mental health/social services is an alternative credential path.

Responsibilities

• Provides IHBS and/or individual rehabilitation to youth per treatment plan.
• Performs intake, assessments, and development of safety plans.
• Coordinates with family team and community resources to support youth and families.
• Documents Medi-Cal billable and non-billable services within required timelines.
• Attends team meetings and participates in on-call rotation.
• Maintains compliance with agency, county, state, and federal standards.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mental health/social service field

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology with licensure or eligibility

AA Degree with 6 years direct experience in mental health/social services

Job description

Description

*$1,000 Hiring Bonus, Additional $1,500 Spanish Speaking Bonus*

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

Skills Trainer I:

• Bachelor’s degree in a mental health/social service related field AND
• At least 4 years direct service experience in a mental health/social service setting OR
• AA Degree and 6 years direct experience in a mental health/social services setting

Skills Trainer II:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling or Psychology with LMFT, LPCC, or LCSW license or license eligibility OR
• Master’s degree in a related field AND
• At least 2 years of direct experience in a mental health/social service setting

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Position Specific

• Provides services to assigned children, youth, and families (in the home, office, school, or other community based settings) involved in the identified systems meeting all County requirements as listed in program scope
• Completes Intake, Core Assessment, Mid Assessment and Discharge packets as assigned.
• Completes Functional Assessments and Crisis Plans prior to providing rehabilitation or IHBS as assigned
• Provides Intensive Home Based Services (IHBS) and/or individual rehabilitation to youth as identified in youth’s treatment plan
• Provides collateral support to caregivers and significant support persons as identified in youth’s treatment plan
• Provides other Intensive Care Coordination (ICC) and/or case management functions as necessary, securing formal resources, and keeping team members informed of progress and challenges presented.
• Provides and documents all Medi-Cal eligible billable and non-billable services, including but not limited to assessment, plan development, group session, collateral, rehabilitation, In Home Based Services (IHBS) case management, Intensive Care Coordination (ICC) and crisis intervention within required timelines
• Develops and prepares updates to individualized safety plans in coordination with youth’s child family team, maximizing the use of natural supports and community based resources
• Participates in Child Family Team (CFT), multi-disciplinary team, hospital, crisis, psychiatric, court, school, and provider meetings as scheduled
• Develops and facilitates rehabilitative and/or skill building groups
• Provides or arranges safe transportation for youth and families to services as needed
• Coordinates with program staff to ensure documentation reflects standards that meet or surpass applicable Agency, County, State and Federal standards
• Model and coach positive, constructive attitudes and behaviors in managing difficult situations in school, work, and living situations
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with consumers, customers, agency and community partners
• Participates in utilization, accreditation, peer review process as assigned
• Works collaboratively with all internal programs, departments, and staff to provide support as needed
• Attends all staff meetings, consumer meetings, and consultation meetings as scheduled
• Participates in the on-call rotation
• Responsible for meeting all outcomes as documented in Employee Development Plan

Agency Specific

• Performs all duties in a manner consistent with the principles and values of agency, while adhering to applicable professional codes of ethics, the agency’s policies and procedures, contractor requirements, and regulatory requirements.
• Model and communicate appropriate positive attitudes toward the agency’s Mission, Vision, and Values
• Work collaboratively with all agency programs and staff to provide support as needed
• Utilize and maintain calendar with all work-related details in order to manage time effectively and share calendar information with coworkers
• Participate in on-going training to expand and develop professional skills
• Perform other duties as necessary for the agency, as assigned

Employment At-Will
Employment at the Agency is terminable at-will, which means that employment may be
terminated at any time, without cause or reason, by either the employee or the Agency. In
addition the Agency may also demote, layoff, transfer or reassign employees at any time at its
sole discretion without cause or reason.

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Compensation

This position may be filled at any level listed in this posting. Level determination is based on the role’s minimum qualifications and the candidate’s directly relevant experience and scope of responsibility.

The posted salary bands represent the full pay range for each role and reflect opportunities for compensation growth over time. The typical hiring ranges reflect where we reasonably expect to make offers to new hires based on relevant experience, qualifications, and internal equity.

Level I

• Typical hiring range: $28.00 – $33.00 per hour
• Full salary band: $28.00 – $40.00 per hour

Level II

• Typical hiring range: $70,720 – $82,000 per year
• Full salary band: $70,720 – $90,000 per year

Compensation offers are made through our established compensation framework to promote fairness, consistency, and internal equity.

Qualifications

Skills

Preferred

Written and verbal communication

Intermediate

Work mobile, fast paced environment

Intermediate

Work Independently

Intermediate

Time management

Intermediate

Multi-tasker

Intermediate

Flexibility in schedule

Intermediate

Documentation

Intermediate

Adhere to all confidentiality requirements

Intermediate

Ability to use laptop computer

Intermediate

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better in Human Services or related field.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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