DSHS SCC Residential Rehabilitation Counselor 2

About the Role

The Special Commitment Center (SCC), located within the Total Confinement Facility (TCF) on McNeil Island in Puget Sound, is a highly structured, secure treatment facility dedicated to supporting individuals who are detained and/or civilly committed as they work to address their sexual offending histories. As a Residential Rehabilitation Counselor 2 (RRC2), you will oversee daily operations within a residential unit and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to implement effective treatment strategies. Your focus on safety will support a structured environment that promotes accountability, rehabilitation, and positive change.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, day-to-day supervision and care for residents within a structured living environment.
• Engage residents in skill development, coach life skills, and support their growth toward becoming positive members of society.
• Instruct, encourage, and appropriately redirect residents through regular interaction and reinforcement of expectations.
• Stay informed on residents’ treatment goals and progress, offering ongoing support, motivation, and guidance.
• Escort residents throughout the Total Confinement Facility as needed.
• Monitor resident use of prescribed medications.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment through routine inspections and adherence to safety protocols.
• Complete accurate, detailed documentation and reports on resident behavior and progress toward treatment goals.

Qualifications

We encourage professionals who meet one of the following criteria to apply:

• Satisfactory completion of the Residential Rehabilitation Counselor 1 in-training plan.
• High school diploma/GED and one year of experience providing direct care in a residential or in-patient behavioral health setting.

College-level coursework may substitute for required experience on a year-for-year basis. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will also be considered.

Skills

• Ability to lead by example while supporting a structured, treatment-focused environment.
• Knowledge of CPR and first responder-level first aid.
• Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with staff and residents from diverse backgrounds.
• Knowledge of institutional policies and procedures, behavioral intervention objectives, and security enforcement methods, including managing challenging populations.
• Sound judgment and situational awareness, with the ability to assess safety risks and make appropriate decisions within scope.
• Effective communication skills, including clear verbal communication and detailed, accurate written documentation, along with the ability to follow instructions and support treatment plans.

Schedule

Shift days and times can vary. Some of the shift times include:

• Days: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM / 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
• Swing: 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM / 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
• Nights: 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM / 12:00 AM - 8:00 AM

Evening and Night shifts include a shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate.

Pay

In addition to the advertised salary, employees receive:

• A $10 per day premium pay.
• A free Orca card for transportation use.
• Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 3% premium pay.

Benefits

Ferry transportation is provided to McNeil Island employees from the Steilacoom dock.

About the SCC

The Special Commitment Center (SCC) provides mental health treatment for individuals civilly committed as sexually violent predators after their prison sentences. Located on McNeil Island, SCC offers a secure environment with a structured treatment program aimed at reducing the risk of re-offense. The center collaborates with legal, correctional, and behavioral health partners to support resident progress and ensure court-ordered reviews. SCC staff play a crucial role in balancing public safety with the treatment and legal rights of residents.