DSHS Lakeland Attendant Counselor 3
Full Time
Medical Lake, WA
Posted
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DSHS Lakeland Attendant Counselor 3
Join our mission to Transform Lives and make a difference every day in the lives of people you care for.
Lakeland Village Residential Habilitation Center has an opportunity for you to use your coaching and mentoring skills to work with people with intellectual disabilities.
As an Attendant Counselor 3, you will be a shift charge, under the supervision of an Attendant Counselor Manager, participates in the training and evaluation processes of Attendant Counselor 1 and 2 staff; acts as liaison between supervisory, professional, and other appropriate staff to maintain necessary communication of information, e.g., policies, procedures, client information, etc.; facilitates appropriate follow-up action(s); provides input regarding staff duty assignments and unit operation for their shift; promotes and maintains a positive reinforcing environment. Functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team following Intermediate care facility regulations.
This is a swing shift opportunity from 2:30 pm - 11:00 am on 84-85 Sunrise.
Some of what you'll do:
Join our mission to Transform Lives and make a difference every day in the lives of people you care for.
Lakeland Village Residential Habilitation Center has an opportunity for you to use your coaching and mentoring skills to work with people with intellectual disabilities.
As an Attendant Counselor 3, you will be a shift charge, under the supervision of an Attendant Counselor Manager, participates in the training and evaluation processes of Attendant Counselor 1 and 2 staff; acts as liaison between supervisory, professional, and other appropriate staff to maintain necessary communication of information, e.g., policies, procedures, client information, etc.; facilitates appropriate follow-up action(s); provides input regarding staff duty assignments and unit operation for their shift; promotes and maintains a positive reinforcing environment. Functions as a member of an interdisciplinary team following Intermediate care facility regulations.
This is a swing shift opportunity from 2:30 pm - 11:00 am on 84-85 Sunrise.
Some of what you'll do:
As a shift charge, assign staff duties, instruct and check the work of others- Assist and train or maintain clients in all areas of ADL's and personal care including bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding, toileting, personal hygiene, social behavior, behavioral management, choice-making, and household management
- Transports clients to appointments, activities, etc
- Provide money management opportunities whenever appropriate
- Observe, document, and report changes in individuals' physical/mental conditions or unusual behaviors; provide client safety, security, and protection
- Implement individual programs, plans, and services that are designed to maintain skills and facilitate independence; carry our prescribed programs as daily schedules require or as written
- Provide care in accordance with the Care Plan/IHP
- Perform light housekeeping duties and launder clients' personal clothing and bedding
We're looking for professionals who have successfully demonstrated:
Demonstrate good judgment in supporting clients in crisis by emphasizing the helping relationship using program-approved methods- Willing and able to transport clients as necessary
- Must be able to effectively communicate with management, peers, clients, and the public as required to carry out the assigned duties of the position
- Knowledge of principles and techniques of behavior management and skill acquisiiton
Who should apply?
Professionals who have:
High school diploma or GED and two years of experience working with people with developmental disabilities- High school graduation or GED and two years of experience as an Attendant Counselor 1, equivalent or higher-level state class
Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform Lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agency’s mission that you bring equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
NOTE: Employees of the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Any offer of employment is contingent upon verification of your vaccine status. Please note medical or religious accommodation may be available once an offer of employment is made.
Questions? Please contact Sharon.sterling@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 02466.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. 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.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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