Residential Specialist

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care•Seattle, WA

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About The Position

The Residential Specialist works with a variety of individuals in a residential treatment facility, including people who have experienced trauma, homelessness, and related challenges. The role includes transporting clients to appointments in downtown Seattle, helping maintain facility safety and cleanliness, communicating with facilities and safety staff, and keeping records. The specialist provides Residential Inpatient staff with information relevant to resident safety and building operations and performs additional duties as assigned. The position is based in Seattle, Washington, is full-time and non-exempt, and pays $22.90–$28.56 per hour. A $1,500 bonus is listed. Valley Cities is a behavioral health organization selected to lead Washington State efforts to become a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC).

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Food Handler Permit.
Valid Washington State driver's license; no special license is required.
No moving violations in the last three years.
Obtain an AAC (Counselor Agency Affiliated Registration) through the Department of Health within 30 days of hire.
Pass required background checks.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred.
Preference given to a qualified chemical dependency professional or peer mentor in training.

Responsibilities

Work with a variety of individuals in a residential treatment facility.
Engage effectively with individuals who have experienced trauma, homelessness, and related challenges.
Shuttle clients to and from appointments within downtown Seattle.
Assist with facility safety and cleanliness.
Communicate with facilities and safety staff as needed.
Keep records and provide Residential Inpatient staff with information pertinent to resident safety and building operations.
Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage available for employees and eligible family members and dependents.
Health Savings Account with a $2,000 annual contribution, prorated monthly.
Agency-sponsored retirement plan with up to 6% employer contributions; pre-tax and Roth options available.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources.
Comprehensive paid time off, paid holidays, and extended sick leave options.
Access to student loan forgiveness programs.
Annual longevity bonuses.
Recognition programs and incentives.
Training, supervision, and consultation for professional certification and licensure.
Clinical supervision toward licensure, if applicable.
Paid training days and yearly training fund.
$1,500 bonus.