What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSHS YVS Social Service Training Specialist position at State of Washington?
Are you ready for the next step in your Social Service career? Developmental Disabilities Administration has an opportunity for a Social Service Training Specialist at the Yakima Valley School in Selah, WA.
This role is focused on training or coordinating staff training, tracking/maintaining data on trainings/requirements, and working with Electronic Health Records. An individual accepting this role has the opportunity to bring educational matter to individuals who want to enhance their skills, achieve their goals, learn new skills, and work at a level that enhances the lives of the people we support. This position works as part of a dynamic team of professionals who want to make a difference in people's lives.
Apply today and join us in our mission to partner with people to access support, care, and resources.
Some of what you’ll be doing
Professionals with a bachelor’s degree in social work, health or social science, public administration, or a related field and:
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Washington State Department of Social & 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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This role is focused on training or coordinating staff training, tracking/maintaining data on trainings/requirements, and working with Electronic Health Records. An individual accepting this role has the opportunity to bring educational matter to individuals who want to enhance their skills, achieve their goals, learn new skills, and work at a level that enhances the lives of the people we support. This position works as part of a dynamic team of professionals who want to make a difference in people's lives.
Apply today and join us in our mission to partner with people to access support, care, and resources.
Some of what you’ll be doing
- Provide education to new and current employees within the facility
- Assist in the development and training of new curriculum as well as updating current curriculum
- Perform peer coaching and feedback
- Assist in the collection and analysis of data to meet department and facility standards
- Extensive experience in educating adult learners
- Knowledge and comfort with developing program curriculum
- Ability to utilize system resources within a facility to gather and analyze data needed to support the training of employees
- Experience within a Residential Habilitation Center would be of value and experience as well as experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Professionals with a bachelor’s degree in social work, health or social science, public administration, or a related field and:
- Four years of professional experience in planning, administering, developing, or delivering social, financial, or health services programs
- Two years experience as a WorkFirst Program Specialist or equivalent work experience with automated eligibility systems
- One year of experience as a Social and Health Program Consultant 2, Social Service Specialist 3, or Financial Services Specialist 4 or above
The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Interested ? Please apply with an updated resume
Questions? Please contact DSHS recruiter reema.goyal@dshs.wa.gov and reference 11324.
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 & 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.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Salary : $5,929 - $7,971