Cascades Job Corps is a residential Trade Program that serves underprivileged youth 16-24.

Position Dental Assistant

Reports To Health & Wellness Director

Department Health & Wellness

FLSA STATUS Hourly Non-Exempt (Part-Time)

Primary Position Objectives Assists the Center Dentist in providing services and promotes oral health and wellness.

Position Information

• Salary-$22.78-$22.79/hourly
• Assist Center Dentist in providing preventative dental education
• Assist Center Dentist in coordination and integration of dental health program with other health components and Center activities
• Schedule and maintain the dental priority system
• Comply with OSHA requirements
• Maintain dental equipment and supplies to assure proper function and operation
• Maintain compliance with policies and procedures of infection control
• Perform quality assurance record audits
• Participate in department system for student feedback or concerns
• Maintain dental records
• Maintain dental statistics for dental productivity and monthly utilization reports
• Observe current policies on health, safety, and security
• Notify proper authorities of circumstances or situations that present possible health hazards
• Cooperate in external/internal investigations as requested
• Work towards meeting performance management goals
• Follow the CDSS/CSS/BMS plans and procedures daily
• Work towards meeting performance standard goals
• Adhere to required property control policies and procedures
• Maintain good housekeeping in all areas and complies with safety practices
• Comply with all DOL guidelines, OFCCP regulation, Quality Assurance Plan (QAP), LifeSkills Connection's policies and procedures, Job Corps notices and bulletins, and Center policies and procedures
• Demonstrate and abide by LifeSkills Connection’s core values and operating principles
• Model appropriate employability skills for dress, language, and work habits
• Help students become more employable through continuous reinforcement
• Participate in PRH mandated staff training; Failure to participate may result in disciplinary actions up to and including termination
• Perform other duties as assigned

Performance Standards

Effective Communication

• Present information both clearly and concisely and regularly confirms correct interpretation of information
• Very high standard of communication skills both written and oral for the presentation of facts and ideas
• Written communication must be clear, concise, easy to read and comprehend

Organization of Work

• Demonstrate the ability to handle several projects simultaneously
• Implement the key principles of time management, task allocation and priority assignment in addition to personal organization
• Continually seek ways to improve the service provided via development of professional skills and personal growth
• Initiate and respond to suggestions for improving service

Qualifications

Knowledge of dental terminology and standard procedures Proficiency with advanced Microsoft Office applications including Word, Power Point and Excel

Experience

Three to six months related experience and/or training is preferred

Education

One-year certificate from a college or technical school, or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Certified to take x-rays
• Certified by the state Board of Dentistry
• Valid State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record

Those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; to reach with hands and arms and talk and listen. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision capabilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and peripheral vision.

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level can vary from moderate to loud.

As a federal contractor, selected candidates are required to pass the following pre-employment requirements prior to beginning employment: Employment contingent upon passing background check and a pre-employment drug test. (This position is considered a safety sensitive position; therefore, the pre-employment drug test includes testing for marijuana). Positive test results will exclude an applicant from being hired.

All selected candidates after hire will receive CPR/First Aid Certification and Narcan Administration training within the first 90 days of employment. All employees are responsible for the safety of the students and may be required to provide provisional emergency services in the event of an emergency.

LifeSkills Connection Inc. is committed to granting equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact Kyle Wagner, Human Resource Manager, 833-311-1661 ext. 203 and kyle.wagner@lifeskillsconnection.com for assistance.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Therefore, the employee may be requested to perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required. The company reserves the right to revise or change job duties as business requirements dictate. It is mutually agreed that the job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. It is also understood that the company reserves the right to change work schedules as required, including overtime.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $22.78 - $22.79 per hour

Expected hours: 12 per week

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift

Ability to Relocate:

• Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person