What are the responsibilities and job description for the Skills Trainer - NEST position at Boys & Girls Aid?
SKILLS TRAINER
Boys & Girls Aid is committed to recruiting, hiring and retaining a diverse staff with a variety of backgrounds. We will honor your unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. We are an inclusive community dedicated to investing in relationships and authentically valuing others.
Boys & Girls Aid in Portland OR is looking to hire a full-time SKILLS TRAINER. Are you caring and empathetic while able to maintain appropriate professional boundaries? Can you remain calm and patient in stressful situations? Do you have a strong work ethic? If yes, you might just be perfect for this position!
This direct care position earns a competitive wage of $20.00- 22.08/hour. We provide a robust benefits package, featuring medical, dental, life, and AD&D insurance, flexible time off, paid holidays, an employee assistance program, and a 403(b) retirement plan with a 4% employer contribution after six months. Our agency also qualifies for Student Loan Forgiveness. If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply today!
ABOUT BOYS & GIRLS AID
Founded in 1885, we are focused on family permanency. Our mission is to make sure that every child in foster care grows up in a family. We teach and model healthy environments, invest in relationships, and work to cultivate the best opportunities for children. As we focus on building positive and long-lasting relationships, we strive to create a formidable foundation for the youth we serve. As a member of the Boys & Girls Aid team, you will have an opportunity to promote social justice for youth who are in foster care, are involved with juvenile justice, or are experiencing homelessness.
Each employee plays a direct role in adding value to those we serve. We understand that how we treat our employees reflects on their performance. We strive to show our staff how much they are valued through a culture of open communication, transparency, and honesty. In addition to competitive pay and benefits, we offer work-life balance!
NEST PROGRAM
The Nest program offers professional support tailored to meet the needs of the youth in the program and the foster families caring for the youth, thereby helping both the parents and youth succeed. Each youth is supported by staff in the development of a variety of skill areas. This program requires flexibility, patience, and experience addressing complex needs in youth, but the rewards are outstanding. The Nest typically serves youth between the ages of 4 to 9 years.
A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A SKILLS TRAINER
The Skills Trainer designs individual and group skill building activities for each assigned shift. These activities may take place in the community, at The Nest building location, or in the foster home. This position requires an effective communicator who can interact with internal and external customers in a calm and assertive manner while performing care for the youth in accordance with Agency policies and procedures.
- Executes behavior-shaping interventions, facilitates appropriate communications, models suitable problem solving and conflict resolution skills while providing care, supervision, and monitoring whereabouts of youth.
- Introduces youth to standards of behavior in conjunction with the foster parent; guides appropriate interactions and intercedes when behavior is inappropriate.
- Guides recreational and cultural activities onsite and in the community to help youth incorporate new skills and be exposed to positive community life in coordination with foster parents and staff.
- Coordinates, schedules, and transports youth in personal car or Agency van to medical, dental, and other necessary appointments or events during programming hours when needed.
- Conducts nonviolent crisis interventions (NVCI).
QUALIFICATIONS FOR A SKILLS TRAINER
- Two (2) years of experience in a social services, mental health or care giving setting working with youth OR Bachelor's degree in relevant field (social work, psychology, sociology) and one (1) year relevant experience.
- Must possess a valid driver's license from state of residence (Oregon or Washington), personal automobile liability insurance, and pass a DMV driving record check.
- Must maintain First Aid and CPR certifications.
ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR NON-PROFIT TEAM?
If you feel that you would be right for this direct care job , please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting you!
Note: This job description is representative of the major position requirements and is not intended to be all-inclusive.
Salary : $20 - $22
