Skills Trainer

Join Skookum and make a difference! Skookum is:

• A national leader in employment of individuals with disabilities and veterans.

• Comprised of a growing dynamic team of social entrepreneurs.

• Operating self-sustaining businesses across 13 states and the District of Columbia, with over 1,300 employees.

• Dedicated to providing incredible customer experience to our federal and private-sector customers.

• Committed to providing an incredible employee support and development program, tailored to the social mission.

Location: Spokane, Washington

Type: Non-exempt

Compensation: $23.70 - $34.37 (Skookum's compensation strategy is to position new employees between the minimum and midpoint of this range, depending on qualifications and experience.)

Work Schedule: Part-time, Monday - Friday 8:00am - 5:00pm (possible flexible start and end times depending on scheduling needs)

As a Skills Trainer, you'll... Manage up to 15 active clients and their support circles by providing post-employment services. The number of clients is adjusted accordingly for part-time employees. Spend 78% of your time supporting clients either in the community or in the office. Use a person-centered approach to train, coach, encourage, and mentor clients toward making progress with their employment goals. Also, use creative thinking skills to develop job aids to support clients on the job. Foster purposeful connections with client's supervisors and managers. Must have excellent time management and professional level written and oral communication skills. Be self-directed, with the ability to work independently and in a team. Must be effective in the use of technology and systematically documenting in a detailed manner.

• Assist in development of work skills; assess potential obstacles to employment and develop strategies to overcome them

• Provide 1:1 on-the-job training

• Foster purposeful connections with client's employer/manager to better support client.

• Self-manage, create your own schedule, and work independently to help clients secure and maintain competitive employment

• Create imaginative job aids, identify assistive technology and tools to help clients succeed

• Document to show progress towards goals on the client's employment/service plan

• Utilize the information management system to maintain client files, case notes and billings in compliance with contract and program guidelines

• Provide follow-up services to ensure proper support is provided for successful retention and career advancement of clients

• Perform duties in compliance with Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations and guidelines governing equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination in the workplace

• Prepare for and participate in external and internal audits

• Establish and maintain effective, positive relationships with clients, employers, internal departments, referral sources, external agencies, and the public

• Maintain confidentiality of all client information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines and program rules

• Operate Skookum provided vehicles or personal vehicle for job duties

• Maintain professionalism when conducting business on behalf of Skookum

• Competency with technology used to provide services remotely and ability to instruct clients on how to use technology to engage in services

• Knowledge of community resources to refer clients to as needed

• Conduct intakes, vocational assessments, observation & incident reports, and create job development plans with clients to establish employment goals

• Provide training and consultations to employers and co-workers to enable them to support clients at their jobsite

• Provide on-the-job supports, training and coaching to clients at their job sites

• Provide monthly updates to stakeholder counselors regarding client progress

• Attend continuing education trainings to stay current with trends in mental health and disability topics

• Provide coverage for other team members as needed

• Attend staff meetings and one-on-one mentoring meetings with CES Manager

• Attend and represent Skookum at various networking events and job fairs

• All Other Duties as Assigned*

You'd make an excellent Skills Trainer if you:

• Consider yourself a people person.

• Love working on collaborative teams.

• Are dedicated to internal and external customer service.

• Take pride in your work.

• Are drawn to serving others and want to challenge yourself through mission-driven work.

Skookum is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Part-Time benefits of a Skills Trainer at Skookum include:

• Medical and Life insurance available for eligible employees

• 11 paid federal holidays and accrual of paid vacation on a pro-rata basis based on number of hours worked, paid sick leave

• Potential shared earning bonus

• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents

• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities

• Verizon wireless discount

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program

Summary of desired skills and experience for the Skookum Skills Trainer:

• High School Diploma/GED required

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Business, Education, Human Services, Social Work or related field is highly preferred

• At least one year of previous, relevant experience highly preferred

• A valid state driver's license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Skookum's insurance.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.

To Apply: Visit our website at www.skookum.org to complete an application.

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Skookum is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to "Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities" through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Skookum is here to help you with the recruitment process.

If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at

(360) 475-0756 ext. 349, or emailrecruiting@skookum.org.