DSHS DDA Direct Support Professional - Attendant Counselor 2
About The Position
DSHS DDA – Direct Support Professional/Attendant Counselor 2. Assist 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 Development Disabilities Administration (DDA) has multiple opportunities for Direct Care Providers in Bremerton, WA. We are hiring for a variety of permanent, non-permanent, on-call, and double-fill opportunities. Most openings are on the Swing Shift (2:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.), while on-call positions may include a variety of shifts and hours based on operational needs. During the application process, you will be asked to indicate your employment and shift preferences for consideration.
Requirements
- A high school diploma/GED
- One year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities in mental health facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or residential settings.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
