DSHS BHHA SOLA Direct Support Professional - Attendant Counselor 2

State of Washington•King County – Kent, WA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

DSHS BHHA SOLA - Direct Support Professional/Attendant Counselor 2. This position assists adults with developmental disabilities to live full, empowered lives in their home. 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 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. 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 (for in-training position)

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