Trainer - Parent Mentor Program

Job Title: Trainer - Parent Mentor Program

Department/Program: Parent Mentor Program

Reports to: Program Director

Work location: Portland Metropolitan Area

FLSA status: (exempt/salaried)

Salary: $29.78/hr. - $31.71/hr.

Morrison Child and Family Services: We are a Joint Commission and Sanctuary accredited non-profit

organization that provides a comprehensive array of services to children, adolescents, and their families. As an agency, Morrison, its team members, and clients commit to the following values of trauma-informed care:

Nonviolence - being safe and doing the right thing
Emotional Intelligence - managing our feelings so we don’t hurt ourselves or others
Social Learning - respecting and sharing ideas of our teams
Democracy - shared decision making whenever possible
Open Communication - saying what we mean and not being mean when we say it
Social Responsibility - everyone makes a contribution to the organizational culture
Growth and Change - creating hope for our clients and ourselves
Equity - Assuring all can survive and thrive

Job Summary:

The Parent Mentor Program (PMP) Trainer champions evidence-based, trauma-informed mentoring practices across Oregon through comprehensive training and program development. This dynamic role combines curriculum expertise, training facilitation, and system-wide enhancement to strengthen parent mentor services statewide. The PMP Trainer will design and facilitate engaging virtual and in-person training for direct care staff, partner agencies, and community organizations. Responsibilities include developing strategic partnerships, evaluating training effectiveness, coordinating with Parent Advisory Consultation teams, and providing technical assistance to implement the PMP model. By guiding continuous improvement of training materials and fostering professional growth, the PMP Trainer expands the capacity of Oregon's parent mentor workforce, directly contributing to strengthening families and communities through evidence-based support.

Duties and Responsibilities: (Essential functions include the following duties and responsibilities, core competencies and other characteristics. The incumbent in this position is required to perform the following duties, which is representative to the level of work appropriate to this position.)

Deliver direct training to PMP staff, drawing on best practices in educational principles and adult learning theory, working with internal and external material to ensure training maximizes the value for the participant.
Orchestrate full training execution, including precise scheduling, location planning, and developing streamlined registration systems, while assessing the effectiveness of training initiatives through comprehensive feedback strategies.
Work directly with Quality Improvement to design and implement evaluative methods and tools to measure trainings and technical assistance program success and effectiveness. Recommend, develop, and implement strategies, processes, and trainings for individuals, teams, and larger groups.
Partner with Program Director to evaluate client data, driving strategic service improvements and ensuring alignment with family and community requirements.
Proactively identify and analyze training requirements, generating actionable strategies and developing training resources utilizing PMP material.
Work closely with department and team leaders to establish ongoing essential learning curriculum for all PMP staff.
Pursue professional growth and development by seeking out learning opportunities and integrating new learning into daily work practices. Maintain a working knowledge of current trends in SUD practices and recovery coaching/peer work practices
Other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate a commitment to developing a thorough knowledge and application of the Sanctuary model and other organizational policies & practices.
Participate in staff development, in-services, and training related to equity and inclusion in the workplace; model appropriate behaviors; develop, recommend, and implement improvements to business practices with awareness and understanding of the impact in a trauma-informed and culturally diverse organization.

Competencies: (The competencies needed to be successful in this position. An awareness of these competencies is generally required for the position, though continued development in each is expected)

Strong knowledge of adult learning theory and demonstrated facilitation skills for effectively engaging adult learners in both in-person and virtual training environments.
Excellent organizational, verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
High proficiency in Microsoft Office and electronic health record systems
Strong technology skills and ability to effectively utilize web-based training platforms and online learning management systems (LMS)
Strict adherence to timeframes, policy, and procedures.
Ability to prioritize duties and multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to track and analyze data.
Communicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing in English.
Interpret information, utilize critical thinking skills, and explain concepts to others.
Maintain effective working relationships with agency employees at all levels.
Define and resolve moderately complex problems.
Able to hold each other and yourself accountable to the diversity and uniqueness of all individuals within Morrison, our clients, and our community stakeholders.

Required Position Qualifications: (Minimum qualifications required by the contract/program to be considered for hire into this position)

Bachelor’s degree in social work or an equivalent degree in behavioral sciences or a social service field. (Three years of related work experience may substitute for a degree.)
Three years of experience in the provision of social services in family support or family strengthening service or child abuse prevention services.
Sixty hours of training in substance abuse, prevention, and recovery (can be completed within 6 months of hire. Training hours can be from past years)
Position is hybrid (remote/in-person) and the candidate must have an appropriate workspace to complete documentation, phone calls, and video conferencing.

Preferred Position Qualifications: (preference may be given to those who hold these qualifications; however, candidates who meet the required position qualifications are encouraged to apply)

Experience with e-learning highly preferred
Knowledge of trauma, abuse and neglect, substance abuse and dependence, child welfare system, related group and individual interventions.

Other Requirements: (provide specific details relevant to the position such as environment, physical requirements of the position, availability requirements, etc.)

Able to work shift hours and days, as assigned
Occasional travel via car to visit different work sites
Able to pass a comprehensive criminal history background investigation

Physical demands and work environment:

Visual acuity allowing for analysis of written data.
Manual dexterity allowing for operation of routine office equipment (computers, telephone, fax, copy machine, typewriter, calculator, etc.)
Physical dexterity allowing for reaching, stooping, and repetitive motion of wrist, hand or fingers.

We are an Affirmative Action Plan Employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. In compliance with our Affirmative Action Plan, Morrison uses E-Verify to determine employment eligibility after an offer is accepted.

Applications will be reviewed as received. Morrison reserves the right to make a hiring decision at any point during the posting period.

Morrison employees are offered a variety of benefits including Medical, Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employer-Paid Life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment and Long-Term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

If your personal values align with our agency's vision and dedication to serving youth and families, please submit your résumé, application, and cover letter to www.morrisonkids.org/careers.

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What You Should Know About Trainer - Parent Mentor Program, Morrison Child and Family Services

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of families? Join Morrison Child and Family Services as a Trainer in the Parent Mentor Program! In this essential role, you’ll use your expertise in trauma-informed care and adult learning principles to develop and lead engaging training sessions for staff and community partners across Oregon. As a Trainer, you’ll craft comprehensive training materials and ensure all training maximizes value. This position isn't just about delivering information; it's about fostering professional growth and expanding the capacity of our parent mentor workforce. Collaborating with the Program Director and Quality Improvement team, you'll drive strategic improvements, assess training effectiveness, and gather valuable feedback. Your work will directly contribute to strengthening families and enhancing services statewide. With a focus on social learning and open communication, you’ll build lasting partnerships with various stakeholders. At Morrison, our commitment to equity and diversity shapes everything we do. If you’re ready to inspire change, help our agency uphold its Sanctuary model, and join a mission-focused team, we want to hear from you!

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What does a Trainer in the Parent Mentor Program do at Morrison Child and Family Services?

As a Trainer for the Parent Mentor Program at Morrison Child and Family Services, you’ll be responsible for designing and delivering engaging training for staff and community organizations using evidence-based, trauma-informed practices. Your role includes developing resources, evaluating training effectiveness, and ensuring that the Parent Mentor Program is aligned with community and family needs.