Community Engagement Staff

A Community Engagement Staff focuses on fostering inclusion, independence, and social connections for individuals with disabilities through community-based activities and support services. Staff are responsible for accompanying clients to scheduled activities throughout the week, encouraging active participation in these activities, and promoting positive interactions with others in the community.

Key Responsibilities include:

Community Integration:

• Assist adults with disabilities in participating in community activities such as
  volunteering, attending social events, and joining interest-based clubs.
• Use public transportation when it supports client goals.

Support and Advocacy:

• Provide one-on-one support to help individuals navigate community resources,
  advocate for their needs and build meaningful relationships.

Program Coordination:

• Plan and facilitate community events, workshops, and social gatherings that promote
  inclusion and engagement. This may involve collaborating with local organizations and
  volunteers.

Resource Connection:

• Connect individuals to local services, educational opportunities, and recreational
  activities that align with their interests and goals. Communicate clearly with clients and
  team members.

Staff Expectations:

• Staff are expected to attend all scheduled meetings and required trainings, adhere to
  agency policies and procedures, and complete tasks assigned by the Community

Engagement Manager or their designee.

• Additionally, staff are responsible for independently obtaining 12 CEU training hours
  each calendar year to support ongoing professional development.

Type of position:

• Part-time (up to 32 hrs /wk)

Shift:

• Varies

Qualifications include:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Valid Washington State driver’s license with state minimum liability insurance
• Good driving record
• Working vehicle for transporting clients
• Have a high school diploma or G.E.D.

Work experience requirements

• Previous experience working with people with developmental disabilities (preferred two years minimum).

Physical Requirements:

• Be able to socialize appropriately in new environments with a variety of people
• Successfully complete a background check through DSHS as required (every two years)
• Demonstrate the ability to be a good role model
• Exhibit mature behavior and have the ability to make independent judgments
• Have good oral and written communication skills.
• Have good listening skills
• Be able to work alone
• Always speak to Clients with respect and dignity
• Successfully pass pre-employment and random drug screening thereafter
• Be accountable for each unit of your time
• Maintain Client confidentiality
• Dress professionally
• Demonstrate the ability and willingness to do the job
• Be fully vaccinated from COVID-19 per proclamation 20-15 prior to employment

Work Location:

• In-Person

Harbor Alternate Living Association (HALA) – Established in 1980, HALA is a nonprofit that helps adults with developmental disabilities build independent living skills and integrate into the broader community. Based in Grays Harbor County, HALA empowers each person to recognize their strengths and live independently by providing person‑centered support across multiple domains.

Services and impact. HALA’s core “Circle of Support” includes Supported Living, Community Guide and Engagement, Crisis Prevention and Stabilization, Specialized Habilitation, and Staff & Family Consultation. The organization tailors services to each individual’s abilities, offering help with health care, money management, home management, nutrition, safety, self‑advocacy, and social relationships. HALA also provides training for long‑term care workers and offers CPR/First Aid and blood‑borne pathogens courses to staff and the public. All supports are delivered in integrated settings that encourage personal choice, full community access, and independence.

Mission and values. HALA’s mission is to provide a bridge for people with disabilities “to move from seclusion to inclusion— from need to competence”. The organization strives to achieve this by treating clients with dignity and respect, acknowledging staff capabilities, and collaborating with partners and stakeholders. HALA emphasizes dignity, independence, and community integration while ensuring its programs remain financially sustainable.