Skills Trainer - Independent Living Program

Dungarvin

Skills Trainer - Independent Living Program

Portland, OR
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    Dungarvin is seeking a Skills Trainer who has a passion for providing supports to vulnerable youth. This position will offer the employee an opportunity to use their creativity to help individuals reach their goals. If you have worked as a paraprofessional, paraeducator, teachers aid, teachers assistant, in high school education, as a skills trainer or youth coach in the past, this position could be a great fit for you!

    Responsibilities:

    • Developing, implementing, and evaluating youth care and support.
    • Providing direct support services which include coordinating services and scheduling with the youth, case worker, and their foster families.
    • Providing skills training to youth based on their measurable goals and desired outcomes.
    • Coordinating and writing programming for group-based activities monthly.
    • Executing goal-based group activities with coworkers.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    Education requirements:

    • At least two years of post-secondary education centered in child/youth development or social services, or the equivalent in training and employment history.

    Professional experience to include:

    • At least two years of experience working with youth populations in a support, service, or coaching capacity.
    • At least one year of experience working with individuals of any age experiencing I/DD and/or mental health diagnoses
    • Experience developing programming and facilitating group supports.
    • Experience developing or identifying community organizations and resources.

    Additional Qualifications:

    • A sincere desire to provide direct service to individuals with support needs.
    • Proven success in engaging people with diverse needs in supports and activities.
    • An ability to make sound judgments when given guidance, training and clear prioritiesz
    • An ability to work as a team member to maintain consistency and quality in support services.
    • A willingness to exchange constructive criticism, and ideas with other staff members.
    • The ability to interact with families/providers in a professional manner.
    • Valid drivers license required.
    • Reliable transportation with ability to use personal vehicle for work related purposes.

    Additional Information

    Dungarvin believes that diversity and inclusion make our organization stronger. Together, we're working to create a culture that supports our employees and the people we serve. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

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