What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSHS BHHA SOLA Direct Support Professional - Attendant Counselor 2 position at State of Washington Dept. of Social and Health...?
Description
State-Operated Living Alternatives (SOLA) within the Behavioral Health and Habilitation Administration (BHHA) has multiple opportunities for Direct Care Providers including day, swing, night shift, and part time opportunities in Kent, WA. Applicants will be asked to indicate their preferences when submitting their application.
These openings can be filled as an Attendant Counselor 2 or be filled as in-training to develop the required skills within this specialized field. Upon successful completion of the 6-12 month in-training plan, you will progressively advance to the goal and wage of the Attendant Counselor 2.
To Start On Your New Career, We Ask That You Have:
Attendant Counselor 2 ($22.98 - $27.96)
- A high school diploma/GED AND one year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities in mental health facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or residential settings.
Attendant Counselor 2 In-Training ($21.90 - $26.62)
- A high school diploma or GED.
- In this position, you get paid while gaining the experience and knowledge you need to qualify for the Attendant Counselor 2 position.
NOTE: Your starting hourly rate will be dependent on your education and experience.
- Coach, teach, and mentor people with intellectual disabilities
- Assist and train clients with all areas of daily living skills
- Implement Individual Support Plan programs, plans, and services
- Transport and accompany clients to appointments, or other activities in the community
- Form relationships with people
- Keep the resident's home safe and clean
- Review, collect, and record participant information and report information that is vital and/or pertinent to home management
- Utilize an electronic data system to maintain client records and other reports
- And, King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and a free Orca card for transportation use.
Desired Skills and Abilities:
- Outgoing and friendly
- Ability to provide accurate and clear written communications both electronically and verbally
- Punctual and responsible
- Ability to work with challenging individuals
- Effectively communicate with management, peers, residents, and the public as needed
- Able to work in a team and alone
- Able to read and follow policies and procedures
- Maintain great work habits.
We need you to help us help others! If we have caught your eye, we want to hear from you!
Interested?
Questions?
Please reach out to DSHS Recruiter Ricky Luna at ricky.luna@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number #04521.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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Salary : $22 - $27