Job Title: Skills Builder
Shift: Monday - Friday; 8AM to 5PM
Department: Outpatient
Intro and Job Overview
Join our KBBH team and find meaningful work, inspiring colleagues, career growth, great compensation, and excellent benefits. Located in beautiful Southern Oregon, Klamath Basin Behavioral Health is an accredited behavioral health organization dedicated to supporting the wellbeing of children, families, and our community.
Join an outstanding multidisciplinary team that includes licensed clinicians, case managers, psychiatric providers, and dedicated support staff who are passionate about helping youth and families thrive.
WHAT IS GREAT ABOUT THIS OPPORTUNITY
Vision: Sharing the power of mental wellbeing
Mission: Providing compassionate care throughout our community
- Make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families.
- Work collaboratively with clinicians, schools, and community partners.
- Opportunity to build strong therapeutic relationships while teaching practical life skills.
- Extensive opportunities for professional development and career growth.
- Enjoy Southern Oregon's outdoor lifestyle, including hiking, fishing, kayaking, biking, and camping.
Skills Builder Pay Range
Compensation is based on the level and requirements of the role. Salary within our ranges may also be determined by your education and experience as required by the role, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Typically, new team members join at the minimum to mid salary range.
Salary: $23.60 - $29.45
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 403(b) Retirement Plan
- Paid Vacation & 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
Are you passionate about helping children and families build skills for success?
Join our Child & Family Services team as a Skills Builder and help children, youth, and families strengthen the tools they need to manage emotions, improve relationships, achieve success at school, and build healthier futures.
Summary
As a Skills Builder, you will work directly with children and their families in home, school, office, and community settings. You will provide individualized skills training focused on emotional regulation, social skills, anger management, stress management, communication, and other life skills identified in the client's treatment plan.
This role combines coaching, mentoring, advocacy, and care coordination to help children and families overcome barriers and achieve meaningful treatment goals. You'll work closely with clinicians, caregivers, schools, and community partners while supporting youth in developing the skills needed to be successful at home, in school, and in the community.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide individualized skills training services based on treatment goals and client needs.
- Teach and reinforce skills such as emotional regulation, social skills, anger management, coping skills, communication, and problem-solving.
- Support children and families in implementing strategies learned during treatment.
- Partner with parents, guardians, teachers, and other supportive adults to promote continued skill development.
- Assist families with crisis plan implementation and resource navigation when needed.
- Attend Child and Family Team meetings and collaborate with community partners.
- Support access to community resources and services that promote family stability and success.
- Maintain timely and accurate documentation in accordance with agency and regulatory standards.
- Participate in supervision, staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
Required Qualifications
Qualified Mental Health Associate (QMHA)
Must meet Oregon State (OAR) requirements and MHACBO standards for QMHA certification.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in a behavioral science field; or
- A combination of at least three years of relevant education, training, and/or experience.
Preferred Skills
- Experience working with children, adolescents, or families.
- Knowledge of behavioral health, child development, and family systems.
- Ability to establish positive relationships with youth and caregivers.
- Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Additional Requirements
- Valid Oregon driver's license with an insurable driving record.
- Personal vehicle insurance if driving for agency business.
- Ability to obtain and maintain QMHA certification through MHACBO.
- Ability to provide services in community, home, school, and office settings.
Why Join Child & Family Services?
This position offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of children and families within your community. As a Skills Builder, you'll help youth develop lifelong skills while working alongside a supportive team of behavioral health professionals dedicated to improving outcomes for families across Klamath County.
Other Considerations: Klamath Basin Behavioral Health celebrates diversity and is committed to creating inclusive and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and agency need.
Compensation details: 23.6-29.45 Hourly Wage
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