Assistant Site Manager - West Lynden Supported Living

**New higher wage! $26.20 - $31.93 Hourly**

**$750 SIGN-ON BONUS!**

We are currently offering a substantial hiring bonus to new employees. New hires receive a $250 bonus on their first paycheck, after successfully completing a two-day orientation. New staff receive an additional $500 after successfully completing a six-month probationary period.

****Applicants must complete our online application and submit a resume to be considered.****

Job Summary

Advocate for clients of Cascade Connections Supported Living, ensuring that the program promotes individual choices and personal growth. Manage a minimum of 3 and a maximum of 4 client caseloads, depending on clients' needs as identified in assessments. This includes but is not limited to writing and updating plans, managing client finances and medical needs, assisting in program development of clients. Assist with training and oversight for site staff. Assist with hiring, evaluations, and disciplinary actions as needed. Act as a team leader and help create and maintain a positive working environment where each employee feels they are a valued member of the team. Behave in a professional manner, and abide by agency and state policies and procedures at all times.

Note: This full-time (40-hours/week), 2-part position includes approximately 16 hours of direct service to clients and 24 hours of managing client paperwork in the office. Direct client service hours may fluctuate week to week depending on the needs of Cascade Connections Supported Living clientele and employee availability. A schedule of either Tuesday through Saturday or Sunday through Thursday will apply as appointed by the Area Manager. The manager's schedule usually includes 2 swing shifts and 3 day shifts, plus on-call responsibilities as assigned by the Area Manager.

Requirements

• At least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Able and willing to follow our drug-free workplace policy and submit to for-cause drug testing
• Effectively communicates and understands, reads, and writes in English
• Proficient in Microsoft Office programs
• Approximately 2 years of higher education or 3 years of experience in social service work (2 years minimum working directly with people with disabilities in a residential setting is preferred)
• Able to fulfill non-standard work hours (weekend or evening/night shifts) as needed
• Able to work well with people and demonstrate strong leadership and management qualities
• Able to make quick and independent decisions
• Able to return phone calls and emails in a timely manner
• Able to work independently and in a team environment
• Able to represent Cascade Connections professionally in the community
• Able to work with diverse client populations in varied settings
• Treats all clients with respect and relates in a warm, caring manner
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Organized and efficient
• Goal-oriented and able to work independently
• Time-management and task prioritization skills
• Able to manage funds and assist in the reconciling of client accounts
• Able to be a signer on bank accounts for our customers, as we are Rep Payee to Social Security
• Knowledge of Washington Administrative Code (WAC) and Revised Code of Washington (RCW) and DDA policy
• Knowledge of DSHS programs and other programs our customers might access, such as Social Security
• Able to complete the additional requirements listed in the full job description
  
  

Join Our Team

Make a positive difference

Work close to home

Flexible scheduling

Paid training

Supportive team environment

Competitive employee and benefit packages

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