Skills Trainer (Enhanced Care)

Location/Schedule: This position is located at Riverside Living, an enhanced care facility in NE Portland. This is an on-call/per diem position for day, swing and overnight shifts. Employees must work a minimum of 12 shifts per quarter. Per diem positions include an additional $2.00/hr. in the base pay in lieu of benefits.

Position: Skills Trainer

Program: Enhanced Care  

About Us: Cascadia Health delivers Whole Health Care™ by providing mental health services, addiction recovery support, primary care, wellness programs, permanent housing solutions, and affordable housing to people of all ages. Our mission is to promote hope and support the well-being of the communities we serve.

Position Description: The Skills Trainer works within an interdisciplinary team to support and implement treatment plans for residents in a trauma-informed care setting. This position promotes client-centered support, helping residents develop skills for independent living and transition to less restrictive settings. This role requires independent community work and includes skills training, therapeutic intervention, and a strengths-based approach to goal setting and community reintegration.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Provide therapeutic interventions, including individual and group skills training, in alignment with client treatment plans.
• Apply Harm Reduction, Trauma-Informed Care, and Motivational Interviewing in daily operations.
• Develop and lead structured group activities to support socialization, recreation, and skill-building for residents.
• Supervise and assist residents in self-care, hygiene, meal preparation, community integration, and social skills per their treatment plans.
• Document progress notes and update Behavior Support Plans quarterly; ensure timely EHR documentation.
• Collaborate with treatment team members to communicate client needs and program goals.
• Support residents in community outings, medical appointments, and skills training activities.
• Maintain compliance with facility regulations, policies, and licensing requirements.
• Participate in regular staff meetings, supervision sessions, and required trainings.
• Adhere to crisis intervention protocols, safety practices, and HIPAA and abuse reporting laws.
• Perform additional duties as needed, including light housekeeping and assisting with mealtime setups.

Qualifications:

• Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA) credential required, with a Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science field or three years of mental health work experience, or a combination of education and experience. Certification must be current with MHACBO.
• Preferred experience working with adults with severe and persistent mental illness.
• Understanding of Trauma-Informed Care (TIC) practices.
• Proficient in computer software and data entry skills for effective job performance.
• Ability to generate and maintain reports.

Working Conditions:

• Environment: Work is conducted in an enhanced care residential setting. Employees must remain alert and attentive during shifts, and rest breaks and meal periods may be interrupted as needed.
• Mental Demands: The role requires flexibility and the ability to manage unpredictable and diverse tasks that may impact costs, employee morale, or client outcomes.
• Physical Demands: Involves supporting residents’ community integration and social skills. Employees must have the ability to transport residents using agency vehicles and assist in active recreational events, skill-building outings, and other community access activities. Employees must also ensure safety in potentially volatile situations.

Cascadia Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. For assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please contact us at (503) 963-7654 or at peopleandculture@cascadiahealth.org.