DSHS DDA Attendant Counselor 3
About The Position
State-Operated Living Alternatives (SOLA) within the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) is hiring a Direct Care Provider Lead / Attendant Counselor 3 to work with adults with developmental or intellectual disabilities in a community setting in Bremerton, Washington. The role serves as shift charge and leads care for adults who may exhibit challenging behaviors. It includes paid training and work as part of a multidisciplinary team. The position is scheduled for day shift, Sunday through Thursday. Work performed on-site at this location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED and two years of experience working with people who have intellectual or developmental disabilities; or two years of experience as an Attendant Counselor 1 or in a higher-level state class.
- Knowledge of principles and techniques of behavior management and skill acquisition.
- Dependability for clients and staff.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Positive leadership skills.
- Ability to work with residents who exhibit challenging behavior; have a dual diagnosis or developmental disability and mental illness; have community protection issues; and have health issues.
- Demonstrate understanding and competence in all aspects of Therapeutic Options training in daily work assignments.
Responsibilities
- Give verbal and written feedback and coaching to staff.
- Monitor staff and ensure care is provided according to each care plan.
- Communicate care issues, environmental information, and other pertinent information promptly to the appropriate people.
- Provide specialized care, support, and training.
- Function as a member of an interdisciplinary team.
- Implement individualized behavior support plans.
- Accompany and supervise clients, ensuring their health and safety.
- Observe, document, and report changes in physical or mental condition and unusual behaviors.
- Transfer, reposition, and transport clients to the community home.
Benefits
- Paid training
- Excellent benefits
- Potential additional 5% premium pay for qualifying on-site work
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
