DSHS DDA Direct Support Professional - Attendant Counselor 2

State of Washington; Bremerton (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

State benefits

Multiple openings

Job summary

SOLA within the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is seeking Direct Support Professionals in Bremerton, WA. The role supports adults with developmental disabilities in daily living, health, and community activities, including some evenings on the Swing Shift.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and at least one year of relevant experience. Paid training and generous state benefits are offered. Apply with reference #05932 to the DSHS recruiter.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• One year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities in mental health facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or residential settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist adults with developmental disabilities with daily living skills.
• Provide transportation and accompany clients to appointments and community activities.
• Maintain client health, safety, and documentation according to Individual Support Plans.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Caregiving

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Direct Support Professional/Attendant Counselor 2

Want to put your passion to work? In this job, you will assist adults with developmental disabilities to live full, empowered lives in their home. Each individual has unique support needs, your support may include cooking, personal care tasks, household tasks, community activities, medication administration and support to maintain good physical, behavioral and emotional health. This essential position provides paid training, excellent benefits and the ability to make a difference and transform someone’s life!

State-Operated Living Alternatives (SOLA) within the Development Disabilities Administration (DDA) has multiple opportunities for Direct Care Providers in Bremerton, WA. We are hiring for a variety of permanent, non-permanent, on-call, and double-fill opportunities. Most openings are on the Swing Shift (2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.), while on-call positions may include a variety of shifts and hours based on operational needs. During the application process, you will be asked to indicate your employment and shift preferences for consideration.

To Start On Your New Career, We Ask That You Have:

• A high school diploma/GED
• One year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities in mental health facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or residential settings.

You’ll Get Competitive Pay and Great State Benefits As You:

• 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

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.

Questions?

Please reach out to DSHS Recruiter Ricky Luna at [e-mail] and reference job number #05932.

Department Vision & Values

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 a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, 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.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

Relationship and Reporting Structure

Relationship and Reporting Structure (nepotism) Disclosure: If you are selected for hire, you must disclose whether you have a relative, household member, close friend, or romantic partner within your potential supervisory chain of command. DSHS has a Relationships and the Reporting Structure policy that prohibits nepotism and can be reviewed here. Applicants whose appointment would result in a prohibited reporting relationship are not eligible for appointment to that position.

More than Just a Paycheck!

Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.

Read About Our Benefits

The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.

Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.

Insurance Benefits

• Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance.
• Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses.
• Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
• To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website.
• The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
• Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
• Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
• The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.

Retirement And Deferred Compensation

• State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
• Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Holidays

Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.

Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

Vacation (Annual Leave)

Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.

Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.

Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.

As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.

Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.

Military Leave

Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.

Bereavement Leave

Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.

Additional Leave

Leave Sharing

Parental Leave

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Leave Without Pay

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.