Direct Support & Attendant Counselor 2 — Empower Lives

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services; Kent (WA); Vor Ort; USD 26.000 - 34.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

5% premium pay (King County)

Orca transportation card

Zusammenfassung

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional/Attendant Counselor 2 to support adults with developmental disabilities in their homes and communities. Responsibilities include daily living assistance, health support, transportation, and documentation.

Training is provided, with opportunities for in‑training progression to an Attendant Counselor 2. Required: high school diploma or GED and at least one year of relevant experience.

Qualifikationen

• 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.
• In training to become Attendant Counselor 2, you can be hired as Attendant Counselor 2 in-training with pay while gaining required skills.
• Starting hourly rate will be dependent on your education and experience.

Aufgaben

• 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.
• King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and a free Orca card for transportation use.

Kenntnisse

Outgoing and friendly

Clear written communication

Punctual and responsible

Patient with challenging individuals

Strong communication with team and

Teamwork and independence

Ability to read policies

Strong work habits

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

Jobbeschreibung

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is seeking a Direct Support Professional/Attendant Counselor 2 to support adults with developmental disabilities in their homes and communities. Responsibilities include daily living assistance, health support, transportation, and documentation.

Training is provided, with opportunities for in‑training progression to an Attendant Counselor 2. Required: high school diploma or GED and at least one year of relevant experience.