DSHS ESA Social Service Specialist 3

State of Washington•Multiple Locations Statewide, WA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

This opportunity is with the Virtual Case Management Center (VCMC) Social Services Team and offers the option of a hybrid and teleworking work schedule. The role involves completing in-depth assessments, developing case and employability plans, and connecting clients to vital resources such as medical care, mental health counseling, education, and employment programs. Many of the people served face complex challenges including disability, chronic health conditions, trauma, or economic hardship. The expertise and compassion of the Social Service Specialist 3 Leadworker will help clients build stability and independence.

Requirements

One year as a Social Service Specialist 2.
A Master's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, criminal law/justice, or an allied field and one year of paid social service experience equivalent to a Social Service Specialist 2.
A Bachelor's degree in social services, human services, behavioral sciences, criminal law/justice, or an allied field, and two years of paid social service experience performing functions equivalent to a Social Service Specialist 2.
Paid Social Service experience must include assessing risk and safety to children and/or adults and providing direct family-centered practice services.
Ability to work cooperatively with others, to provide excellent customer service, to communicate proficiently orally and in writing, and to adapt to changes and help others learn new systems, processes, or programs.
Ability to work independently and organize and prioritize own work.
Knowledge of principles of human development; co-occurring disorders and treatment, mental health diagnosis and treatment, crisis intervention, de-escalation, chemical dependency, group dynamics, child welfare, individual and social development, vocational, counseling, applicable Federal and State laws, medical terminology and services, job training and educational resources, and other community resources.
Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
Review and interpret medical information to determine clients' diagnosis, prognosis, and duration of condition.
Knowledge of social casework principles and practices.
Teaching, coaching, and training methods.
Interviewing techniques.
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 the privately owned vehicle.

Nice To Haves

Employees must successfully complete the formal training course sponsored by their division within one year of their appointment.

Responsibilities

Implementing and interpreting policy and procedure at case level.
Providing program and systems training to staff.
Providing information and consultation to community agency personnel and community groups.
Collaborating with direct supervisor to develop on-the-job training plans.
Obtain and review complex medical evidence to determine if client is likely to be approved for Federal Supplemental Security Income.
Cooperates with co-workers to coordinate services and to reach team goals.
Interacts respectfully with clients in a work/home environment.