DSHS SCC Residential Rehabilitation Counselor

About the role

The Secure Community Transition Facility is a structured and closely supervised community residential program where residents continue treatment in a community setting. Our program provides treatment to individuals who are civilly committed, helping them address their history of sexual offenses and prepare for a safe and successful transition back into the community.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day supervision and monitoring of residents.
• Create opportunities for social and therapeutic engagement in individual and group settings.
• Aid and encourage residents in completing essential life skills.
• Escort residents to and from community outings/appointments.
• Maintain a safe and secure living environment.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop accurate and detailed written documentation and reports.

Requirements

• High school graduation or GED, and one year of experience providing direct care in a residential or in-patient behavioral health setting.
• Or college-level coursework will substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of CPR and first responder level first aid.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with staff and residents from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to demonstrate an acute awareness of safety protocols and utilize strong judgment skills to assess environments and situations, making sound decisions within the scope of the job.
• Demonstrate strong critical thinking and effective communication skills, with the ability to observe and articulate behavioral insights both verbally and in writing, while producing comprehensive, concise, and detail-oriented documentation.

Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Benefits

Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs. Some of the benefits offered include:

• Medical (including vision), dental, and basic life insurance.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) for health care expenses.
• Basic life and long-term disability insurance.
• Dependent care assistance.
• Auto, boat, home, and renter insurance through payroll deduction.
• Washington State Employee Assistance Program.
• Retirement and deferred compensation options.
• Social Security coverage.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility.

Pay

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Schedule

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