DSHS DDA Direct Support Professional - Attendant Counselor 2

Stabilization, Assessment and Intervention Facility (SAIF) within the Development Disabilities Administration (DDA) has multiple opportunities for Direct Care Providers in Gig Harbor, WA. We are hiring for a variety of permanent, non-permanent, on-call, and double-fill opportunities. Most openings are on the Swing Shift (6:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.), while on-call positions may include a variety of shifts and hours based on operational needs. Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs.

About the role

In this job, you will assist 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, medication administration, and support to maintain good physical, behavioral, and emotional health. This essential position provides paid training and the ability to make a difference and transform someone’s life.

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
• Review, collect, and record participant information and report information that is vital and/or pertinent to home management
• Utilize an electronic data system to maintain client records and other reports

Requirements

• A 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

Skills

• 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

Benefits

This position offers competitive pay and excellent state benefits.

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. 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.