DSHS BHHA SOLA Direct Support Professional - Attendant Counselor 2

DSHS BHHA SOLA - 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, and 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! Shift & Training Options State-Operated Living Alternatives (SOLA) within the Behavioral Health and Habilitation Administration (BHHA) has multiple opportunities for Direct Care Providers, including day, swing, night shift, and part‑time opportunities in Kent, WA. Applicants can indicate their preferences when submitting their application. Opportunities can be filled as an Attendant Counselor 2 or as an in‑training position 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. Compensation Attendant Counselor 2: $22.98 – $27.96 hourly. In‑Training Attendant Counselor 2: $21.90 – $26.62 hourly. Your starting hourly rate will depend on your education and experience. Qualifications A high school diploma or GED and one year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities in mental health facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or residential settings. A high school diploma or GED. In this position, you get paid while gaining the experience and knowledge you need to qualify for the Attendant Counselor 2 position. 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 other community activities. Form relationships with people. Keep the resident’s home safe and clean. Review, collect, and record participant information and report vital data for 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. 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. 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. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license; drivers using a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on that 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 or 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 View phone number on click.appcast.io. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or View phone number on click.appcast.io. E‑Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. For questions, contact DSHS Recruiter Ricky Luna at View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Washington State Department of Social and Health Services