Forensic Youth Skills Worker

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Description: Nexus Family Healing is looking to add a part-time Youth Skills Workers to our new Restorative Services Program here in Oregon! Nexus Family Healing, a national non-profit mental health organization serving youth and families for over 50 years, is offering a new statewide Restorative Services program in Oregon. Our Restorative Services Program serves youth ages 11-18 who have a level of court involvement that requires the evaluation of their fitness to proceed with their legal participation. With a team of psychologists and social services professionals, Nexus is committed to filling the gaps in service and providing programs that meet the needs of the Oregon youth. At Nexus Family Healing, we embrace diversity, promote equity, and foster inclusion. We serve a diverse group of youth and families, and we strive for our workforce to support and represent that diversity. Schedule/Pay/Location: Part time opportunity: between 4-10 hours a week Pay Rate: $24-$27 an hour! Remote/Hybrid work in the Eugene community and surrounding area, where youth are located. This role does require driving throughout the state of OR. Nexus' Comprehensive Benefits Include: Paid Time Off 401k match NEW - Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family Advancement pathways and internal promotion And much more! Primary responsibilities: Client Life Skills Support and Coaching Assists clients in using age-appropriate self-management skills, including communication, self-regulation, self-help skills, play, social, and relationship skills Provides de-escalation and therapeutic supports as needed with clients Notifies and collaborates with Clinical Supervisor in case of crises and emergencies Completes clinical documentation in compliance with program expectations; demonstrates strong written and oral communication skills to generate and support program documentation expectations and standards Program Facilitation & Consultation Attends and participates in clinical supervision and team case consultation meetings in accordance with program expectations Completes education and training experiences in accordance with program expectations Ensures minimum hours of direct services as assigned Maintains compliance with all agency, state, and regulatory standards and remains compliant with all HIPAA regulations Assists in implementing responses to youth behavior and other skills deficits according to the developed treatment plan Requirements: Required Education and Licensure: Bachelors Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. PI286708253