Independent Living Program (ILP) Skills Trainer

Hearts With A Mission • Medford, OR

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Hearts With A Mission has a great opportunity for a full-time Independent Living Program (ILP) Skills Trainer in Jackson County. Join our team and make a difference in our community! Hearts With A Mission’s Independent Living Program (ILP) assists youth age 14-23 who are, or were in foster care (for at least 180 days, after the age of 13) to take the next steps in their lives to gain life skills and become independent adults. The program teaches youth valuable skills to make a successful transition from foster care to independent living. POSITION SUMMARY The Independent Living Program (ILP) Skills Trainer creates, provides, and coordinates services and activities with assigned DHS clients ages 14-23 years of age. The ILP Skills Trainer will provide mentorship, skill building, and emotional support to clients and their guardian(s), as needed, in an effort to increase the client’s independent living skills. The ILP Skills Trainer will cultivate positive relationships, build independent living skills, and help clients move forward towards a safe and healthy lifestyle. Performs assignments with supervision or independently, requiring initiative and judgment in conduct of work. All work is performed in compliance with organizational guidelines and policies, as well as all applicable laws. SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED The ILP Skills Trainer reports directly to the Independent Living Program (ILP) Coordinator. This is not a supervisory position. This position has an introductory period of three (3) months.

Requirements

• High school diploma AND three (3) years’ work experience in Human Service/Mental Health field.
• Associate’s Degree AND one (1) year work experience in Human Service/Mental Health field.
• Experience in the principles of human psychology and the ability to demonstrate the application of best practices proficiently.
• Valid Oregon driver’s license at time of hire.
• Demonstrate a high level of ethics, integrity, honesty, and transparency while always upholding the Mission, Vision, and Values of the organization.
• Demonstrate professional boundaries and ethics at all times.
• Demonstrate a high degree of personal initiative and be able to work unsupervised.
• Clearly communicates and expresses ideas and displays good interpersonal communication skills; understands verbal and written instructions.
• Demonstrate patience, understanding, and empathy.
• Demonstrate proficiency using a PC, tablet, or other device(s) with Microsoft Office products.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Ability to actively listen and motivate others.
• Ability to exercise strict confidentiality.
• Ability to work with a diverse population across all spectrums.
• Ability to remain calm in high-stress situations and apply appropriate de-escalation techniques.
• Ability to manage multiple programs or projects, frequently and simultaneously.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all members of the organization, stakeholders, and the general public.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment DHS Child Welfare background check.
• Ability to maintain an acceptable driving record, reliable transportation, and proof of valid auto insurance.
• Demonstrate dependability, reliability, and accountability to include punctuality and attendance.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• Skills training with diverse families and clients, specifically youth and young adults.
• Understanding of and the ability to apply current best practices in: Lifespan human development, specifically child/adolescent development in all domains.
• Experience with Trauma Informed Care (TIC), Positive Youth Development, Collaborative Problem Solving, Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, and Prudent Parenting.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and coordinate skills training and support services for youth, young adults and their families.
• Establish rapport by demonstrating and maintaining clear, consistent, appropriate, and therapeutic boundaries.
• Demonstrate alignment with the philosophy of Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS) and Trauma Informed Care (TIC) by utilizing the approaches in interactions with youth and young adults, families, staff, and community partners.
• Demonstrate knowledge of youth and young adults’ development and group dynamics by adjusting therapeutic approaches to developmental level and group interactions.
• Provide transportation of youth and young adults, or assistance of transportation for appointments and activities.
• Provide individual and group skills training and coaching within skill areas including but not limited to: independent living/self-sufficiency, wellness, education, coping skills, navigating the medical community, and community living.
• Safely de-escalate youth and young adults, including in crisis situations, by effectively using verbal intervention skills (Non-Violent Crisis Intervention).
• Concisely and thoroughly document all client interactions and group activities as outlined in ILP Statement of Work.
• Provide timely and accurate documentation to meet billing requirements.
• Abide by ethical codes, mission, values, and professional standards, including confidentiality.
• Actively utilize, reference, and follow agency policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Present a positive attitude, professional demeanor and demonstrated respect with youth and young adults, families, staff, visitors, and community partners.
• Perform all work tasks in a proper and safe manner per established policies, procedures and guidelines to prevent unnecessary injury, time loss, and agency expense.
• Comply with all federal, state and agency health and safety reporting requirements.
• Represent HWAM in public settings professionally and respectfully; may include public speaking.
• Attend trainings and meetings as assigned.
• May be appointed to committees.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Time Off
• Medical Insurance
• Employer paid Dental, & Vision Insurance for the employee (including affordable options for dependents & partners)
• Company paid Term Life and AD&D Insurance, plus Short-Term Disability
• 401k with Employer Match
• Chaplain Care Team - Confidential, no-cost support for employee and family
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Professional Development Opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED