Mental Health Technician/Skills Trainer- Residential

Trillium Family Services • Portland, OR

131d • $20

About The Position

Join our team of dedicated professionals at our Portland Metro location working toward "Building Brighter Future with Children and Families." The main purpose of the Skills Trainer (Mental Health Technician) role includes building rapport with clients (children and adolescents) and providing daily support and structure. You will provide skills training to clients to help them learn to manage their mental health symptoms, modeling, coaching, and counseling clients regarding appropriate hygiene, social, and interpersonal interactions. Flexible schedule opportunities are available for the shifts outlined below: Awake overnight shift (10pm-8am) with a $1.00/hour differential applies to this shift in addition to base pay. Day Shift (7am-5pm) most positions offer 3 consecutive days off. Swing (1pm-11pm) with a $1.00/hour differential applies to this shift in addition to base pay. Varied; On-Call Hours/Shifts, Part-time, and Full-time - excellent opportunity for students looking to obtain experience in the mental health field working with children. Hours worked in a secure unit are eligible for a $.50/hour differential. The starting rate of pay is $20.17/hour + unit/shift differential if applicable.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Experience working in a psychiatric/behavioral health treatment facility with children or adolescents preferred
• Valid Driver's License for the state of residence and insurance
• Basic computer knowledge for client information electronic record keeping

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or bachelor's degree may substitute experience
• Experience in mental health field

Responsibilities

• Build rapport with clients (children and adolescents)
• Provide daily support and structure to clients
• Deliver skills training to help clients manage mental health symptoms
• Model, coach, and counsel clients on hygiene and social interactions

Benefits

• 100% Employer Paid Medical, Vision, and Dental for Full Time Employees
• 401k retirement plan matches - up to %6 match
• Growth | Career track, continuing education, and professional development
• Paid Training
• Generous Vacation and Sick Leave
• Free meals while on duty!
• And more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees