Manual Arts Instructor-Benchwork-Oregon State Hospital

Initial Posting Date:
09/16/2026
Application Deadline:
10/06/2026
Agency:
Oregon Health Authority
Salary Range:
$4,124 - $5,193
Position Type:
Employee
Position Title:
Manual Arts Instructor-Benchwork-Oregon State Hospital
Job Description:
If this opportunity aligns with your strengths, background, and commitment to fostering inclusivity, we encourage you to apply! At the Oregon Health Authority (OHA), we value diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and experiences to help us build a stronger, more equitable future for all.
Opportunity Awaits, Apply Today!
The Oregon State Hospital (Salem campus) is seeking a Manual Arts Instructor for our Benchwork area within our Vocational Services Program.
This position provides support to vocational services, for patients in the forensics program to ensure a range of services are available to address vocational needs from work readiness, skills and pre-vocational activities to sheltered work opportunities, work hardening, job search and support activities leading to competitive employment. This position provides vocational training in landscaping duties for the Vocational and Educational Services Department.
Do you have experience in assembly, packaging, or kit building for product use? Do you enjoy providing on-the-job training and want to help patient workers build vocational skills that will support their employment success as they transition back into the community? If so, this Manual Arts Instructor job may be for you! One of our skills building programs within the vocational department is specifically focused on teach skills within a benchwork environment, where patients will perform the building of kits for automotive, camping, and retail use; lift kits, packaging of tarps, auto kits, heat packaging of items, etc.
*This is a full-time position, represented by a Union (SEIU); all work is performed onsite @ 2600 Center St. NE, Salem, Oregon. Monday – Friday, Day Shift, 7:00-3:30.
Persons served at the hospital include culturally diverse patients who experience severe mental health challenges, behavioral emergencies, and patients who can be a danger to themselves or others. Hospital staff are provided crisis de-escalation and safety training upon hire and annually thereafter.
What will you do as a Manual Arts Instructor in our Benchwork program?
This position provides support to the Vocational Services Department, for patients in the forensics programs to ensure a range of services are available to address vocational needs. In this role, the Manual Arts Instructor will perform benchwork with clients (patients) that are assigned by an Occupational Therapist, teaching specific tasks related to benchwork skills building.
Assembling parts for consumer use
Heat packaging
Kit building
Packaging screw packs for auto kits
For a full review of the position description, please click here Manual Arts Instructor Benchwork
What We Are Looking For
Minimum Qualifications: These qualifications must be reflected in your application for consideration.
Six months experience in each of at least three of the following:
- applying the theories, methods, and practices, common in a landscaping environment.
- applying work adjustments to training techniques.
- applying instruction principles and procedures.
- using tools and equipment common to assembly and benchwork.
- directing individuals and groups in a work setting.
- communication (both verbal and written) with a diverse variety of people.
Desired Attributes: The following are desired attributes that we have identified as key to success for this role at OHA. These are the attributes we are looking for in our top candidate. If you have any of these, please let us know in your application.
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members in a work environment.
Passion for (and experience in) helping people with severe mental health challenges.
Experience creating an encouraging work environment.
Experience creating organized, detail-oriented work instruction.
Experience in verbal de-escalation when working with others.
Experience working in a high security, locked facility environment.
A highly developed level situational awareness in landscaping settings to ensure the health, safety, and welfare of patients, staff, and visitors.
Application Guidance
Your candidate profile and application are your opportunity to showcase your skills and interest in this role. Submissions will be reviewed for clarity, consistency, and communication skills, and for alignment with the guidance provided in the below:
Submission Requirements:
Resume – Attach your current resume that clearly outlines your education and work experience relevant to this position.
Supplemental Questions – Answer all supplemental questions completely and accurately.
Final Check! – Before submitting, confirm that all required materials are included, and your Workday Job History is current. The information in your application will be used to complete an Equal Pay Analysis to determine salary placement upon hire. Visit the Equal Pay Analysis Webpage for more information.
How to Apply:
External Candidates: Visit the State of Oregon job opportunities webpage or click the “Apply” tab above to submit your application, following al