DSHS DDA Direct Support Professional - Attendant Counselor 2
About The Position
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.) Evening Shift (3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.), and 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.
Requirements
- A high school diploma/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.
Nice To Haves
- 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.
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 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
Benefits
- paid training
- excellent benefits
- 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary
- a free Orca card for transportation use
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
