Skills Trainer - School Based Services

Lifeways; Pendleton (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

HRsmart in Pendleton, OR is seeking a Skills Trainer for School Based Services to provide case management, skills training, support services, and both group and individual counseling as needed for individuals with developmental disabilities, SMI, and chemical dependency. This entry-level professional role requires a BA plus two years of related experience or an equivalent education/experience combination, and a current driver's license.

The position works under general direction.

Qualifications

• BA degree plus two years experience or equivalent education/experience with mental illness, developmental disabilities or substance dependence.
• Requires a current driver's license.
• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business material; write reports and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform case management and provide counseling (individual and group) as directed.
• Deliver skills training and supportive services for individuals with developmental disabilities, SMI, or chemical dependency.

Skills

Case management

Counseling

Group counseling

Written communication

Reading comprehension

Education

Bachelor's degree (BA) or equivalent

Two years related experience

Job description

Skills Trainer - School Based Services - (MH5102.99)

Job Title

Skills Trainer - School Based Services

Job Description

SUMMARY:Mental Health Specialist I: Provides a variety of case management, skills training, support services, group and individual counseling as required for persons with Developmental Disabilities, Severe and Persistent Mental Illness, and Chemical Dependency as needed for the level of the position.

This is an entry level professional position with a B.A. degree plus two-years experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience with individuals with severe or persistent mental illness, developmental disabilities, or alcohol and drug dependency. Performs case management and some individual and group counseling under general direction
Language Skills:Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public. Reasoning Ability:Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Education and/or Experience: a B.A. degree plus two years experience or equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires a current driver's license.

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