Trainer (QMHP) #1650

Lifeworks Nw•Portland, OR

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The LifeWorks NW Trainer is responsible for conducting training classes and curriculum development for newly hired LifeWorks NW employees including onboarding, documentation compliance, systems and workflows, writing/developing training, providing continuous quality improvement interventions and feedback for clinical staff. Oversee our learning management system. Location: This position is based out of LifeWorks NW's Sylvan site. Pay/Benefits: $68,499 starting annual salary plus Full benefits.

Requirements

Master's degree in an approved mental health related field.
QMHP required.
Requires clinical experience with psychiatric and substance use disorders.
Demonstrated knowledge of curriculum development and adult learning styles.
Demonstrated knowledge of medical necessity/linkage and experience working in a multidiscipline, community behavioral health environment required.
Ability to write, present and facilitate training that engage participants in a positive learning environment.
Ability to translate the functionality of electronic health record software into a training environment that is easy to understand.
Ability to examine clinical documentation for accuracy, compliance and completeness.
Knowledge of and adherence to HIPAA rules and regulations that protect Personal Health Information (PHI).
Ability to work effectively with colleagues, coworkers, and community partners.
Basic knowledge of the Oregon Administrative Rules.
Good computer skills, including a functional knowledge of Microsoft products. Ability to master use of proprietary software including our electronic health record system, Avatar; our learning management system, Relias; and training development software, Articulate, preferred.

Nice To Haves

CADC preferred.
Minimum 1 year in similar role/department within the behavioral health field preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for training LifeWorks NW staff on Clinical Documentation, Billing and Coding, Feedback Informed Treatment, ACORN, Avatar, Chart Auditing, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability (HIPAA), Medicaid Fraud, Waste and Abuse, and other clinically focused trainings such as evidence-based practices and treatment modalities. Occasionally fills in for other trainers as needed.
Organize and facilitate internal and external training, including assigning and tracking training completions, and creating or updating training modules in our learning management system.
Attend internal and external meetings as required.
Consults with key departments to ensure proper procedure for documentation and service delivery are incorporated through training processes and content.
Updating training materials as necessary.
Participates in professional development activities, maintains professional affiliations and promotes staff interactions, harmony, teamwork, and accountability.
Understands the requirements of clinical documentation and its workflow and procedures in the electronic health record system.