Trauma-Informed Caregiver - Resident Support Specialist

COMMUNITY HOUSE MENTAL HEALTH AGENCY; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid medical/dental/vision/dis

Disability insurance

403B retirement plan with employer

Continuing education credit

Personal unlimited Orca Card

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Community House Mental Health Agency in Seattle is seeking staff to collaborate with care teams to ensure residents access needed treatment, support, and transportation for appointments. The role emphasizes protecting confidentiality and following trauma-informed care principles during all interactions.

Responsibilities include supervising medication windows, accurate documentation in the EMR, and supporting licensing and training requirements.

Qualifications

• Apply for Agency Affiliated Counselor credential within 30 days of hire and obtain and maintain registration and/or licensure.
• Maintain Agency Affiliated Counselor credential within 60 days of hire.
• Successfully pass criminal background check before hire date.
• Complete required Assisted Living Facility Training and certifications within designated timelines.
• Hold a valid license for 1 year with clean driving record to use agency vehicles.
• Walk through TB test and other health requirements within specified timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with care team to ensure residents access needed treatment, support, case management, and transportation to external providers.
• Follow the five principles of trauma-informed care: safety, choice, trustworthiness, collaboration, and empowerment.
• Supervise medication windows and ensure the seven rights are followed and documented.
• Complete daily documentation in the electronic medical record of resident interactions and medications dispensed.
• Provide crisis intervention and maintain resident and staff confidentiality.
• Support licensing responsibilities per state and agency guidelines.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social sciences or related field

Job description

Community House Mental Health Agency in Seattle is seeking staff to collaborate with care teams to ensure residents access needed treatment, support, and transportation for appointments. The role emphasizes protecting confidentiality and following trauma-informed care principles during all interactions.

Responsibilities include supervising medication windows, accurate documentation in the EMR, and supporting licensing and training requirements.