State of Washington
DSHS BHHA Direct Support Professional - Attendant Counselor 2
State of Washington, Walla Walla, Washington, United States
DSHS BHHA Direct Support Professional - Attendant Counselor 2
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About the Role Want to put your passion to work? Are you eager and ready to coach, teach, mentor, and support children/youth and adults with developmental disabilities? Consider these exciting opportunities State‑Operated Living Alternatives (SOLA) within the Behavioral Health & Habilitation Administration (BHHA) for an Attendant Counselor 2 position. We need your passion, skills, and positive attitude to provide support, personal care, supervision, and teaching to children/youth and adults in their homes. Each of our clients has unique support needs. Your support may include teaching daily living skills, performing personal care and household tasks, facilitating community integration and relationship building, as well as assisting with medication administration, and managing behaviors for both children, youth, and adults in our SOLA programs. You will assist children/youth and adults with developmental disabilities to live full, empowered lives in their home. Each individual has unique support needs. Your support may include cooking, personal care tasks, household tasks, community activities such as going to movies, spending time at parks and libraries, medication administration and support to maintain good physical, behavioral and emotional health. State‑Operated Living Alternatives (SOLA) within the Behavioral Health & Habilitation Administration (BHHA) has multiple opportunities for Direct Care Providers including day, swing, night shifts, and part time opportunities. Opportunities performed on‑site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary. Evening and night shifts include a shift differential, in addition to the standard compensation rate.
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.
Key Qualifications
A high school diploma/GED AND one year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities in mental health facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or residential settings.
Skills and Abilities
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.
Compensation and Benefits You'll get competitive pay and great state benefits as you: • 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. A 5% premium pay may be earned on site for at least three days a week. Shift differentials apply for evening and night shifts.
Employee Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax‑deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long‑term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs. Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre‑tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses. Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction. The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well‑being of employees.
Retirement & Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer‑contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre‑tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security & Medicare All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not‑for‑profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Paid Time Off
Holidays – Full‑time and part‑time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year. Employees who are members of certain unions may be entitled to additional personal leave days; please refer to the position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Sick Leave – Full‑time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime‑eligible employees who are in pay status for fewer than 80 hours per month earn a monthly proportionate accrual to the full‑time requirement. Overtime‑exempt employees earn none. Part‑time employees accrue proportionally to their pay status.
Vacation – Full‑time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357‑31‑165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Part‑time employees accrue vacation leave on a pro‑rata basis. Vacation accrual may be accelerated under certain state rules.
Military Leave – Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave – Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. The employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave – Leave sharing, parental leave, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), leave without pay, etc. Refer to the State HR Website for more detailed information.
Application Process and Contact We need you to help us help others! If we have caught your eye, we want to hear from you. Simply fill out our application and attach your resume and three references – that’s it! The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision requires that we bring an equity, anti‑racism, and social justice commitment to our work. 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. Questions?
Contact the assigned recruiter,
sharon.sterling@dshs.wa.gov
or call Talent Acquisition main line (360) 725‑5810 and reference job number 07370.
EEO Statement 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. E‑Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
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About the Role Want to put your passion to work? Are you eager and ready to coach, teach, mentor, and support children/youth and adults with developmental disabilities? Consider these exciting opportunities State‑Operated Living Alternatives (SOLA) within the Behavioral Health & Habilitation Administration (BHHA) for an Attendant Counselor 2 position. We need your passion, skills, and positive attitude to provide support, personal care, supervision, and teaching to children/youth and adults in their homes. Each of our clients has unique support needs. Your support may include teaching daily living skills, performing personal care and household tasks, facilitating community integration and relationship building, as well as assisting with medication administration, and managing behaviors for both children, youth, and adults in our SOLA programs. You will assist children/youth and adults with developmental disabilities to live full, empowered lives in their home. Each individual has unique support needs. Your support may include cooking, personal care tasks, household tasks, community activities such as going to movies, spending time at parks and libraries, medication administration and support to maintain good physical, behavioral and emotional health. State‑Operated Living Alternatives (SOLA) within the Behavioral Health & Habilitation Administration (BHHA) has multiple opportunities for Direct Care Providers including day, swing, night shifts, and part time opportunities. Opportunities performed on‑site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary. Evening and night shifts include a shift differential, in addition to the standard compensation rate.
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.
Key Qualifications
A high school diploma/GED AND one year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities in mental health facilities, nursing homes, hospitals, or residential settings.
Skills and Abilities
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.
Compensation and Benefits You'll get competitive pay and great state benefits as you: • 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. A 5% premium pay may be earned on site for at least three days a week. Shift differentials apply for evening and night shifts.
Employee Benefits Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax‑deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long‑term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs. Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre‑tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses. Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction. The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well‑being of employees.
Retirement & Deferred Compensation State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer‑contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site. Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre‑tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security & Medicare All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness If you are employed by a government or not‑for‑profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Paid Time Off
Holidays – Full‑time and part‑time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year. Employees who are members of certain unions may be entitled to additional personal leave days; please refer to the position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Sick Leave – Full‑time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime‑eligible employees who are in pay status for fewer than 80 hours per month earn a monthly proportionate accrual to the full‑time requirement. Overtime‑exempt employees earn none. Part‑time employees accrue proportionally to their pay status.
Vacation – Full‑time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357‑31‑165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Part‑time employees accrue vacation leave on a pro‑rata basis. Vacation accrual may be accelerated under certain state rules.
Military Leave – Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave – Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. The employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave – Leave sharing, parental leave, Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), leave without pay, etc. Refer to the State HR Website for more detailed information.
Application Process and Contact We need you to help us help others! If we have caught your eye, we want to hear from you. Simply fill out our application and attach your resume and three references – that’s it! The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision requires that we bring an equity, anti‑racism, and social justice commitment to our work. 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. Questions?
Contact the assigned recruiter,
sharon.sterling@dshs.wa.gov
or call Talent Acquisition main line (360) 725‑5810 and reference job number 07370.
EEO Statement 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. E‑Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
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