Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Portland State University
Position Details
Proposed Start Date07/01/2025Classification TitleField, Research, and Outreach ServicesRankN - No RankWorking TitleRRI OSECE Statewide IPS TrainerDepartment240200 - RRI Regional Research InstitutePosition NumberD94291RepresentationAU - AAUP RenewableRenewableEnd date, if applicable 06/30/2027Position FTEVariable .50 - 1.0, initially 1.0Tenure StatusN - not applicable
Brief Description of PSU/School/Dept
PSU’s Regional Research Institute for Human Services (RRI), where the Oregon Supported Employment Center for Excellence (OSECE) is housed, is part of the School of Social Work. The RRI conducts innovative research and program evaluation that address critical community issues. We work at the intersection of research, practice, training, and policy with local, state, regional, national, and international agencies and partners. The quality of our community-based participatory action work has gained us a national reputation.
The goal of Oregon Supported Employment Center for Excellence (OSECE) is to support the implementation and sustainability of Individual Placement and Support (IPS) Supported Employment (SE) services in Oregon, ensuring they are consistent with the IPS model and current research. OSECE’s primary function is to provide technical assistance and support based on national best practices and the current SE model. It will also conduct annual fidelity reviews of all OHA-accredited Supported Employment programs.
Position Summary
The IPS Statewide Trainer provides Technical Assistance (TA) to Individual Placement & Support (IPS) teams in selected sites across the state. Technical Assistance is focused on core principles of the IPS model, and coordinates training needed for the implementation of evidence based Individual Placement and Support. This role conducts fidelity reviews of IPS programs to support fidelity, and meet benchmarks as part of the OHA accreditation process. Statewide Trainers provide both virtual, and on-site trainings, and at annual events. OSECE statewide trainers are available to provide technical assistance for all Supported Employment IPS programs in Oregon. Duties include:
IPS Technical Assistance and Fidelity Reviews
- Coordinate the implementation of evidence-based Individual Placement and Support (IPS) in selected sites across the state.
- Maintain contact with assigned IPS Teams; track staffing and trainings.
- Meet individually with program managers and directors as needed to address site specific implementation aspects.
- Conduct IPS fidelity reviews and write reports detailing the results of reviews.
- Assist sites newly implementing the IPS model in developing implementation and staffing plans and becoming provisional IPS providers.
- Create technical assistance (TA) plans in partnership with IPS programs to help them achieve fidelity benchmarks and meet Oregon Administrative Rule requirements for IPS program operations. Monitor technical assistance plan achievements and coordinate training needs for IPS programs as specified in the technical assistance plan.
Trainings
- Assist with the production of bi-annual IPS conferences, in-person or remote, regional or statewide— training events with multiple speakers, slideshows, and group IPS activities.
- Present principles of IPS Supported Employment and answer questions about IPS for consumers, families, clinical staff, and community partners in venues that include conferences, conventions, trainings, and kickoff events.
- Conduct IPS trainings on-site and via Zoom.
- Conduct TA calls that cover specific topics related to IPS model implementation and other associated evidence-based practices.
- Be available to teams via phone, email and video, to provide consultation and coaching as teams are implementing TA they have been trained on.
- Coordinate with communications staff to disseminate information to all IPS team members and stakeholders on upcoming trainings and resources, as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in psychology or a related field +4 years of experience. (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
- Ability to telecommute and work independently in the field
- Ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally. Must be comfortable with public speaking and presenting information to large and small groups.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Extensive report writing experience
- Prior experience working on an IPS team is required
- The candidate must pass state-required background and DMV checks, possess a valid driver’s license, have an excellent driving record, and be able to drive between sites in Oregon
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree
- Experience developing live and recorded trainings
- Experience with program evaluation in the context of IPS
- Lived experience of mental illness and recovery
Key Cultural Competencies
- Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates differences.
- Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and cultural backgrounds.
- Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change for continual improvement
- Adheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.
Environmental Stewardship
Contributes to a culture of environmental stewardship, practices resource conservation, and actively works toward achieving long-term sustainability goals.
Work Days/HoursTotal Compensation Range & Benefits Statement
PSU has a structured process for determining starting compensation, taking into account years of related experience, applicable skills, knowledge and abilities, market parity, and internal equity. The starting annual salary range for this position will be $63,816 to $66,756, but may be negotiated above this rate dependent upon the factors above, the budget of the hiring department, and approval from HR. This is a benefited position: benefits include 95% premium paid health insurance, retirement plan, and reduced tuition rates for employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon University System schools.
Posting Close DateProjected Close Date for PostingOpen Until Finalists IdentifiedApplication screening beginsQuick Linkhttps://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/47454
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