DSHS DDA Attendant Counselor 1
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DSHS DDA Lakeland Village RHC Attendant Counselor 1/Direct Support Professional
Are you a dedicated direct care professional looking for a meaningful career in healthcare Do you have a passion for supporting adults with intellectual disabilities If so we want you on our team!
We have immediate opening for all shifts for a Direct Support Professionals atLakeland Village Residential Habilitation Center. In this role you will coach teach and mentor adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities in a homelike environment working alongside a team of compassionate professionals who share your commitment to making a difference.
Some of what you will do:- Perform personal care for adults including hygiene grooming bathing and toileting.
- Provide specialized direct care support and training.
- Actively engage residents in all teaching opportunities to promote their maximum independence.
- Provide intervention to residents with complex support and service needs.
- Transport residents to appointments and activities on and off campus.
- Document and report on care provided and any changes.
Nestled in the town of Medical Lake Lakeland Village RHC is 25 minutes south of downtown Spokane and offers a warm and inviting community to residents and staff. In addition to an exceptional benefits package staff have access to an onsite fitness center regional public transportation and professional development opportunities.
What makes us an employer of choice forDirect Support Professionals- Outstanding benefits for qualified staff including medical dental vision retirement and paid vacation holidays and sick time.
- Onsite Nursing Assistant Registered and Nursing Assistant Certified (NAC) training course and other professional development opportunities.
- through overtime hours and/or shift premiums.
- We are growing and expanding our program.
- A communitydriven campus with a culture of collaboration and appreciative residents who look forward to seeing you.
Who should apply- Professionals with a High School Diploma/GED OR One year of experience working with people with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities.
- An existing Washington State Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification is a plus but not required.
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Apply today! Please include three professional references with current contact information including email addresses.
Not sure if this opportunity is for you You can find more information on Lakeland Villagehere
Evening and Night shifts include a shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate. 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.
The Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) vision thatpeople find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging common purpose shared values and meaningful work. It is crucial to our agencys vision that you bring an equity antiracism and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. 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.Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid drivers license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle
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. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 711 or.
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