DSHS SCC Residential Rehabilitation Counselor 2

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DSHS SCC Residential Rehabilitation Counselor 2

Join our team at the Special Commitment Center (SCC), situated within the Total Confinement Facility (TCF) on McNeil Island in the picturesque Puget Sound.

We are a highly structured and secure treatment facility dedicated to assisting individuals who are detained and/or civilly committed in addressing their sexual offending histories.

As a Residential Rehabilitation Counselor 2, your primary responsibility will be overseeing the daily operations of the residential unit. Working collaboratively with a team, you will implement effective residential treatment strategies that contribute to the rehabilitation of individuals at SCC. Your knowledge and safety experience will be instrumental in making a positive impact on the lives of our residents.

At SCC, we value our employees and offer additional benefits. In addition to the advertised salary, our employees receive a $10 per day premium pay and a free Orca card for transportation use. Furthermore, ferry transportation is provided to McNeil Island employees from the Steilacoom dock. 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.

We understand that you may have questions about SCC and the position. To provide more information and address your queries, we will be holding an optional Q&A Session for interested applicants. This session will give you an opportunity to learn more about SCC and ask any questions you may have. Upon applying, you will receive a Teams link for the session. If you would like to request a link for the Q&A Session, please email Damien or Calvin.

As a Residential Rehabilitation Counselor 2, your duties will include:

• Providing direct day-to-day monitoring and care for the resident population
• Engaging with residents, assisting them in developing skills, and helping them become positive members of society
• Assisting and coaching residents in acquiring life skills necessary for a successful transition back into the community
• Instructing and encouraging residents while maintaining regular interaction and redirecting them when necessary
• Staying informed about changes to residents' treatment goals and offering support and motivation
• Escorting residents to and from different areas/locations within TCF
• Monitoring resident use of prescription medications
• Ensuring safety and security within the living environment through routine inspections
• Providing accurate and detailed written documentation and reports on residents' progress toward treatment goals

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

High school graduation or GED, along with one year of experience in providing direct care for individuals with behavioral health issues.

College-level coursework can substitute for the required experience on a year-for-year basis.

*Equivalent education/experience will also be considered.

We value individuals who:

• Lead by example

• Possess knowledge of CPR and first responder level first aid

• Demonstrate effective collaboration skills with staff and residents from diverse backgrounds

• Display acute awareness of safety protocols and utilize strong judgment skills to assess environments and situations, making sound decisions within the scope of the job

• Exhibit effective and flexible communication skills, including the ability to write comprehensive and concise documentation with attention to detail

Join our dedicated team at SCC and contribute to the rehabilitation and transformation of individuals in a secure and supportive treatment environment. Apply now to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.

Interested? Apply today!

Questions? Email the recruiter at morgan.daggi@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 08656.

The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people 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 agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS.

We strive to support all Washingtonians, 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.

Additional 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 applicant’s 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 driver's 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.

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