SKILLS TRAINER - PT CHEYENNE RESIDENTIAL

Volunteers-of-America; Cheyenne (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Volunteers of America Northern Rockies is seeking a dedicated Skills Trainer to provide one-on-one supervision and skill-building for clients in a residential detox setting. You will work within a multidisciplinary team to implement treatment plans and help clients develop independent living skills.

Responsibilities include in-home visits, preparing materials, coordinating daily operations, transporting clients, and assisting with risk assessments and crisis prevention.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• 1–2 years of training/experience in adult education or related field.
• Must obtain CPR/First Aid, Mental Health First Aid, and MANDT within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide support, supervision, and skills training per the treatment plan.
• Maintain case records and documentation per agency policies.
• Coordinate daily facility operations and client needs with staff.
• Attend team meetings, case staffing, and partner meetings as assigned.
• Conduct in-home skills training visits to develop independent living skills.
• Transport clients to services and appointments as authorized.
• May administer drug and alcohol screens as needed.
• Participate in supervision, training, and crisis prevention under clinical staff.

Skills

Crisis management

MS Office

Organization

Oral & written communication

Teamwork

Servant leadership

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Valid driver's license

Tools

DLA-20

MIS

PHQ-9

GAD-7

SOWS

CIWA

Job description

Skills Trainer SouthClassification: Non-ExemptReports to: Program Director/Supervisor/LeadDate: April 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 Volunteer 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 group room, and cleaning and organizing workspace.Cleans program facilities/areas as needed or assigned.Provide all services within the detoxification process of the Alcohol Recovery Center (ARC) for clients. Including:Non-medical monitoring as prescribed in the ARC 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/medical safety, behavioral control, and crisis prevention activities within the scope of practice and contact supervisors, primary clinicians, and appropriate emergency services.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 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.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.