On-Call Residential Life Counselor

About the role

The Washington State School for the Blind (WSSB) is dedicated to empowering blind and low vision individuals to reach their full potential. Programs and services include residential options, outreach services, specialized technology, and training for parents, educators, and related service providers.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction in independent living skills for blind/low vision individuals in the residential setting, including social skills, home management, hygiene management, clothing care, etc.
• Complete daily reports including shift reports, data tracking sheets, etc.
• Supervise students to ensure safety at all times in the residential setting.
• Create a safe and professional learning environment which encourages student growth and respects individual student characteristics.
• Implement positive behavior management strategies with students.
• Plan and participate with students in leisure activities.
• Complete basic housekeeping tasks in the residential setting.
• Administer medication as directed by nursing care staff.
• Perform other work as required.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of college with major emphasis in education, child development, or related subject; OR 6 months minimum experience working with children preferably in an educational setting OR 6 months minimum experience working with blind/low vision individuals; OR equivalent education/experience which may include volunteer/life experience
• Minimum age of 18
• Basic Microsoft Office software skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Ability to respond to difficult, stressful or sensitive interpersonal situations in ways that will reduce or minimize potential conflict
• Possess basic Braille competency or have the ability to obtain basic Braille competency
• Have or have the ability to obtain First Aid/CPR card and Food Handler's card
• Willingness and abilities to work with students with diverse learning needs
• Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time and ability to walk long distances, as necessary
• Ability to monitor students on long distance bus trips
• Ability to lift or assist students as necessary
• Willingness and ability to maintain good working relationships with staff, parents and students
• Must pass state and federal criminal background checks
• The ability to learn and grow and the ability to take action to meet the needs of others

Skills

Nice to have: Experience working with blind or low vision individuals; Experience working in educational environment; Certified Lifeguard

Benefits

WSSB offers a student-focused and mission-driven environment that empowers blind and low-vision individuals to reach their full potential. Benefits include medical, dental, and basic life insurance, a medical flexible spending account, basic life and long-term disability insurance, dependent care assistance, and other insurance coverage. Employees are also eligible for paid leave, staff training, and the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Pay

The salary range is provided for informational purposes only. New hires typically do not start at the top of the range as these are considered senior/longevity steps. Education/experience and skills and abilities will be considered for the proper placement of any final candidate.

Schedule

This position may be part-time or on-call. Part-time and on-call employees may be entitled to a basic shift premium of $2.50 per hour for all assigned hours of work after 6:00 p.m. and before 6:00 a.m. and for assigned full evening or night shifts. On-Call staff are not eligible for the benefits listed in the Benefits tab of Neogov. However, on-call staff are eligible for the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).