What are the responsibilities and job description for the Skills Trainer (Enhanced Care) position at Cascadia Health?
Skills Trainer (Enhanced Care)
Job Overview
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 :
Working Conditions :
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.
Benefits
We offer generous benefits for our full-time and part-time employees (20 hours pro-rated) including :
Wellness Benefits :
Starting Rate Range in USD ($)
25.09
Salary : $2
