Behavioral Health Skills Trainer

DescriptionBehavioral Health Skills TrainerLocation: Salem, Oregon (Community-based)Employment Type: Full-time (Daytime, Evenings)Salary: Starting at $19.23/hourDate Posted: April 7, 2026About The RoleClarvida is seeking a Skills Trainer to provide direct, community-based skills training to youth with identified behavioral and/or mental health concerns who are placed in DHS resource homes. In this role, you will work as part of a youth’s Service Team, developing and implementing individualized Service Plans that focus on skill-building, stabilization, and placement success.Services are delivered during times that are most meaningful for youth and families, which may include evenings, early mornings, and occasional weekends. This is a highly relational role that requires flexibility, consistency, and a strengths-based approach to supporting youth development.ResponsibilitiesProvide direct skills training to youth in community settingsDevelop and implement individualized Service Plans focused on placement stabilizationWork collaboratively as part of each youth’s Service TeamSupport youth with behavioral regulation, daily living skills, and social developmentDeliver services during times that best meet youth and family needsMaintain accurate, timely, and compliant documentationCommunicate progress, challenges, and updates with team members and supervisorsRequirementsHigh School Diploma or GEDMinimum of one (1) year of relevant experience (additional education may substitute for experience)Valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record and active auto insuranceAbility to obtain and maintain CPR/First Aid certification (provided by agency)Ability to obtain and maintain Non-Violent Crisis Intervention (NCI) certification (provided by agency)Ability to obtain and maintain Tier 1 Collaborative Problem Solving certification (provided by agency)Ability to pass fingerprinting and state/federal background checksCompensation & BenefitsFull-Time EmployeesCompetitive pay starting at $19.23/hourPaid vacation days that increase with tenureSeparate sick leave that rolls over annuallyUp to 10 paid holidays*Medical, dental, and vision insurance optionsDailyPay – access earned wages without waiting for payday*Training, development, and continuing education opportunitiesAll Employees401(k)Free licensure supervisionPet insuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramNational discounts on shopping, travel, Verizon, and entertainmentMileage reimbursementCell phone stipendBenefit availability may vary by state/county. Work LocationCommunity-based with travel to youth homes and community locations (Oregon)Employment TypeFull-timeHow to ApplyIf you are passionate about supporting youth, building life skills, and helping stabilize placements through community-based services, we encourage you to apply for the Skills Trainer role with Clarvida.Application Deadline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.Learn more: www.clarvida.com/mission-vision-and-valuesSee other opportunities: www.clarvida.com/working-at-clarvidaEqual Opportunity StatementClarvida is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other protected category.Keywordsskills trainer Oregon, youth skills training jobs OR, community-based youth services, DHS resource home support, behavioral health skills trainer, Clarvida careers