DSHS DDA Direct Support Professional
About The Position
State-Operated Living Alternatives (SOLA), a program within the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA), is hiring Direct Support Professionals (Attendant Counselor 2) to support adults with developmental disabilities in their homes and communities in Tumwater, Washington. The role helps individuals live full, independent, and empowered lives. Support needs vary by individual and may include meal preparation, personal care, household tasks, community involvement, medication administration, and assistance with physical, behavioral, and emotional well-being. The position includes paid training and benefits. The posting lists one permanent swing-shift position, Thursday through Sunday from 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., and two on-call positions. Evening and night shifts receive a shift differential. Opportunities performed on-site at this location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- One year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities in mental health facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or residential settings.
- Outgoing and friendly demeanor.
- Ability to communicate clearly and accurately in writing, electronically, and verbally.
- Punctuality and responsibility.
- Ability to work with challenging individuals.
- Ability to communicate effectively with management, peers, residents, and the public as needed.
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to read and follow policies and procedures.
- Maintain good work habits.
- Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver’s license.
- Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on that vehicle.
Responsibilities
- Coach, teach, and mentor people with intellectual disabilities.
- Assist and train clients in all areas of daily living skills.
- Implement Individual Support Plan programs, plans, and services.
- Transport and accompany clients to appointments and other community activities.
- Build relationships with the people supported.
- Keep residents’ homes safe and clean.
- Review, collect, and record participant information and report information important to home management.
- Use an electronic data system to maintain client records and other reports.
- Provide support that may include meal preparation, personal care, household tasks, community involvement, medication administration, and promoting physical, behavioral, and emotional well-being.
Benefits
- Comprehensive paid training
- Excellent benefits
- Evening and night shift differential
- Potential additional 5% premium pay for opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
