Statewide Trainer- Supported Employment (OSECE)

$5,000 HIRING BONUS (Prorated by FTE)

• Benefits include: 
  • Family medical, dental, long-term disability, 403(b) plan with 6% match, and more. 
  • Generous paid time off policy.  (Annual accrual up to 208 hours - based on FTE status and available to use upon accrual).  Plus, 11 paid holidays annually. 
• Bonus Applicable to external applicants only, and limitations for re-hires will apply.

Overview:

The Statewide Trainer coordinates implementation of evidence-based supported employment (SE) in selected sites across the state. Conducts trainings at various sites and at annual events. Performs fidelity reviews.

This position works remotely.

Extensive travel is required.

They must be a self-starter, well disciplined, able to meet deadlines, an effective public speaker, and possess good organizational skills. The successful candidate will have the ability to meet people with ease, write and edit effectively, and communicate the written and spoken word with tact, diplomacy, and/or authority when necessary.

Responsibilities:

This position provides consultation regarding implementation of evidence-based Supported Employment (SE) in selected sites across the state.

Assists sites in developing stakeholder groups with key members.

Acts as liaison between community mental health providers and community partners such as OVRS, Social Security Administration, Senior and Disabled Services, Work Force Readiness, and others as needed for relationship/ partnership development.

Meets individually with program managers and directors as needed to address specific implementation aspects that are site specific.

Presents principles of SE to consumers, families, clinical staff and community partners in venues that include trainings and events.

Assists with development of an intensive training plan for each community mental health provider to implement and maintain SE programs to fidelity.

SE Fidelity Review and Reporting Responsibilities:

Conducts all aspects of fidelity reviews including chart reviews, attending team meetings, evaluating team functioning, completing fidelity score ratings. Writes comprehensive reports of fidelity review findings.

Creates technical assistance plans in partnership with SE programs to help them achieve fidelity benchmarks and meet Oregon Administrative Rule requirements for SE program operations, and conduct 90-day fidelity re-reviews.   

Training Responsibilities:

Conducts SE training on site and on line that will assist SE programs to follow the Individual Placement and Support (IPS) SE model to fidelity using the Dartmouth IPS SE Fidelity Scale. Provide model overview and trainings and consultation on job specific strategies, job shadowing, job development, benefits counseling and other techniques for effective job placement.

Assists with all site monthly SE conference calls or virtual meetings. Meetings will cover specific topics specific to IPS fidelity, supplemental materials and topics of ongoing training.

Presents in didactic style materials developed locally, such as reporting forms, intake forms, and referral forms. National level documentation, such as fidelity reviews and outcome forms will be presented specifically. Additional documentation required by clinical staff, such as treatment plan, will be addressed in site specific trainings.

Assists with the production of annual SE statewide training events with multiple speakers, slideshows, and group activities. 

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field is required, Master’s degree preferred. 

Prior experience as a supported employment specialist required. 

Ability to meet people with ease; ability to write and edit effectively; ability to communicate the written and spoken word with tact, diplomacy, and/or authority when necessary; good organizational skills, well disciplined, able to meet deadlines, self starter, effective public speaker. Thorough understanding of evidence-based supported employment. 

This position requires the ability to telecommute and work independently in the field. 

Proficiency with a variety of software applications and technologies is required. 

The candidate must pass state-required background and DMV checks, possess a valid driver's license, have an excellent driving record, and have the ability to drive between sites throughout Oregon. Occasional national travel.

Options for Southern Oregon recognizes that in order to best serve the healthcare needs of our communities and fulfill our mission, we must learn, grow, incorporate, and value the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in our work and in our lives.  We are committed to the continued development of an aware, diverse, and culturally responsive workforce and an organizational culture that is supportive and affirming for all staff and clients.  Options acknowledges that incorporating EDI principles in our practices is an ongoing learning process and we are committed to using our voice to effect positive change.  We recognize that making an impact on health inequities in our community will take more than just a statement and, to this end, our goals, planning, and actions aim to promote and develop equitable and effective health care services to reflect the needs of our diverse communities.

Options for Southern Oregon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.