Skills Builder
About The Position
The Skills Builder is part of a multidisciplinary School Mental Health team, providing targeted skills-building interventions to support clients’ mental health treatment and personal growth. The role teaches practical life skills, including self-regulation, anger management, and social skills, and helps clients overcome barriers to achieving their service-plan goals. The Skills Builder collaborates with families, community partners, and clinical colleagues; supports crisis planning and access to resources; and documents services in a timely manner. The position is full-time. Salary is $23.60–$29.50, depending on experience and qualifications.
Requirements
- Meet Oregon State (OARS) requirements.
- Hold MHACBO certification as a Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA).
- Bachelor’s degree in a behavioral science field.
- At least three years of relevant work, education, or training, in combination.
Responsibilities
- Teach and coach clients in self-regulation, anger management, and other life skills based on individual service plans, and track measurable progress.
- Collaborate with families and community partners so skills training aligns with client goals.
- Train adults in a child’s life to reinforce skills.
- Help clients and families implement crisis plans and identify respite resources.
- Help clients and families access services such as housing, job opportunities, and medical care, and provide transportation when necessary to achieve treatment goals.
- Maintain accurate, current documentation of services within 48 hours.
- Participate in team meetings and collaborate with colleagues to provide consistent, integrated care.
- Deliver billable services such as individual skills training and case management to meet or exceed monthly productivity goals, targeting an average of $8,000 per month.
- Complete paperwork accurately and on time in support of agency compliance with state and federal regulations.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Paid vacation and wellness days
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Employee discounts
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Wellness program
- Tuition reimbursement program
- Potential eligibility for the NHSC Loan Repayment Program through employment at an accredited site
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
