DSHS DDA Direct Support Professional - Attendant Counselor 2

State of Washington; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) is hiring Direct Support Professionals in Kent, WA to assist adults with developmental disabilities to live full, empowered lives in their homes. You may perform cooking, personal care, household tasks, transportation, and support for health and daily living skills.

Paid training and comprehensive benefits are included. Positions include Day Shift (7:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.) and On-Call roles, with potential progression from Attendant

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, plus one year of experience with people with developmental disabilities in health settings.
• In-training option available with paid training to gain necessary experience.
• Starting hourly rate depends on education and experience.
• Ability to work with adults in home and community settings.

Responsibilities

• 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 community activities
• Form relationships with people
• Keep the resident's home safe and clean
• Review, collect, and record participant information and report information vital to homemanagement
• Utilize an electronic data system to maintain client records and other reports

Skills

Outgoing

Written comms

Punctuality

Working with challenging individuals

Stakeholder communication

Teamwork & independence

Policy adherence

Professional work habits

Education

High School diploma/GED

Job description

DSHS DDA – 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 Kent, WA. Applicants should indicate the position(s) and shift(s) they are interested in when applying. We are hiring for:

• Day Shift (7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.)
• On-Call positions. On-call employees provide flexible coverage based on operational needs, with an immediate need for day shift (7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.) and weekend availability.

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

• A high school diploma/GED AND oneyear of experienceworkingwith people with developmental disabilities in mental health facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or residential settings.

If you lack one year of experience, we can hire you in a paid training position:

Attendant Counselor 2 In-Training

• A high school diploma or GED.
• In this position, you get paid while gaining the experienceand knowledge you need to qualify for the Attendant Counselor 2 position.

NOTE: Your starting hourly rate will be dependent on your education and experience.

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

• Coach, teach, and mentor people with intellectualdisabilities
• Assistand train clients with all areas of daily living skills
• Implement Individual Support Plan programs, plans, and services
• Transport andaccompanyclients to appointments, or other activities in the community
• Form relationships with people
• Keep the resident's home safe andclean
• Review, collect, and record participant information and report information that is vital and/or pertinent to homemanagement
• Utilize an electronic data system tomaintainclient 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 provideaccurateand 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!

Questions?

Please reach out to DSHS Recruiter Ricky Luna at [e-mail] and reference job number #08512.

To learn more about DSHS, go to www.dshs.wa.gov.

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.

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 [phone]. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.

Relationship and Reporting Structure (NE? 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.

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