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Behavioral Support Specialist MSW/RN

Cascade Park Communities
Tacoma, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/24/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/22/2025

Not all of us can do great things, but we can do small things with great love.'

Mother Teresa

Cascade Senior Living Services is a dedicated small company based in the Tacoma area, committed to providing exceptional care and support to underserved communities in Tacoma / Pierce County. We have a unique opportunity for a behavioral health professional with a master's degree or nursing background to elevate our innovative Dementia / Behavioral Health Program to new heights.

Are you ready to make a difference? Read on for details about the role and the benefits of joining our passionate and impactful team.

Cascade Senior Living Services is seeking a dynamic leader to oversee Western Washington's first combined Behavioral Health / Dementia Assisted Living program. We invite you to bring your expertise and compassion to Cascade Park Garden's New Horizons as a Behavioral Support Specialist.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Lead all aspects of the Advanced Service Program, a state-licensed assisted living facility providing a Behavioral Health Supportive Living program, ensuring compliance with Federal, State, and local regulations.
  • Direct, plan, supervise, train, and coordinate services and activities within the program and among its staff.

Essential Attributes and Experience :

  • Master's degree in Social Work (MSW), Psychiatric Nursing, or a similar field; RN or other relevant advanced degree.
  • At least one year of supervisory experience in health or social services.
  • Minimum of three years of direct care experience or managing care for vulnerable adults in licensed settings, including at least two years in a supervisory role.
  • Knowledge of regulations governing assisted living centers in Washington State, with prior experience in such settings preferred.
  • Proven leadership abilities with effective supervisory skills and the capacity to manage and direct others.
  • Commitment to working with functionally and / or cognitively impaired adults while maintaining their privacy, dignity, choice, independence, and individuality.
  • Quick problem-solving skills and the ability to address issues promptly.
  • Proficient in training staff on-the-spot.
  • Strong communication skills to foster positive relationships with participants, families, physicians, state officials, company staff, and external agencies.
  • Ability to manage within budget constraints.
  • Passion for supporting individuals with Alzheimer's, dementia, and advanced behavioral health conditions.
  • Expertise in behavior management and de-escalation techniques.
  • Ability to maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with applicable laws and company policies.
  • Flexibility to work varying hours and be on-call as needed.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and respond well to guidance.
  • Team-oriented with skills in teaching, monitoring, and motivating others.
  • Current HCA or NAC certification (or willingness to obtain) if not already a licensed nurse.
  • Strong personal integrity and a reputation for good character.
  • Join us and contribute to a program that truly makes a difference in the lives of those we serve. For more information or to apply, please reach out to us today.

    Benefits : (Health benefits are for interested Full-Time employees only)

    Medical

    Dental

    Vision

    Life Insurance

    15,000 of free life insurance

    Employees may purchase additional life insurance for themselves, their spouse, and / or children

    Accident Insurance

    Critical Illness

    Hospital Gap Plan

    Telemedicine

    Employee Assistance Program

    Other benefits for all employees :

    Room for advancement

    Paid Time Off

    Payroll Advance Card (Spentra)

    Free Meal

    401k

    401k 50% match up to 3%

    Paid Holidays

    Employees who work the following holidays will be paid time and a half.

    New Year's Day, President's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas

    Referral bonus of $100-200

    Overtime

    Discretionary shift incentive of $25-$100 based on staffing needs

    Paid mandatory training (including Orientation and Safety, CPR and more)

    In-house HCA Training

    Paid CEUs

    Cascade Senior Living Services (CSLS) is committed to nondiscrimination in employment and opportunity based on age, sex, color, race, national origin, religious persuasion, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, political belief, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

    For more information about Cascade Senior Living Services, or to apply online, please visit our website at .

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