Forensic Youth Skills Worker

Nexus Family Healing•Eugene, OR

22h•Hybrid

About The Position

Nexus Family Healing is looking to add a part-time Youth Skills Workers to our new Restorative Services Program here in Oregon! Nexus Family Healing, a national non-profit mental health organization serving youth and families for over 50 years, is offering a new statewide Restorative Services program in Oregon. Our Restorative Services Program serves youth ages 11-18 who have a level of court involvement that requires the evaluation of their fitness to proceed with their legal participation. With a team of psychologists and social services professionals, Nexus is committed to filling the gaps in service and providing programs that meet the needs of the Oregon youth. At Nexus Family Healing, we embrace diversity, promote equity, and foster inclusion. We serve a diverse group of youth and families, and we strive for our workforce to support and represent that diversity.

Requirements

Bachelors degree or above in one of the behavioral sciences or related fields from an accredited college or university OR in lieu of a bachelor's degree, a minimum of a high school diploma or GED and three years of relevant work, education, training or experience
Must be QMHA (Qualified Mental Health Associate) qualified
Experience working with at-risk youth and families
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and data entry skills required
Educated on and compliant with HIPAA regulations
Must have access to use of personal vehicle for business travel
Valid driver’s license required
Must have the ability to build strong relationships with diverse individuals or communities and understand their unique needs and challenges
Must be open to meeting the cultural needs of individuals or communities, considering factors such as language, traditions, and values

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of family-based philosophy and practice
Experience in related community-based work, working with families, youth, and trauma exposed children and adolescents

Responsibilities

Assists clients in using age-appropriate self-management skills, including communication, self-regulation, self-help skills, play, social, and relationship skills
Provides de-escalation and therapeutic supports as needed with clients
Notifies and collaborates with Clinical Supervisor in case of crises and emergencies
Completes clinical documentation in compliance with program expectations; demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills to generate and support program documentation expectations and standards
Attends and participates in clinical supervision and team case consultation meetings in accordance with program expectations
Completes education and training experiences in accordance with program expectations
Ensures minimum hours of direct services as assigned
Maintains compliance with all agency, state, and regulatory standards and remain compliant with all HIPAA regulations
Assists in implementing responses to youth behavior and other skills deficits according to the developed treatment plan