What are the responsibilities and job description for the DSHS BHA Institution Counselor 3 position at Washington State Department of Social and Health Services?
Description
DSHS BHA Institution Counselor 3
Join our Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) at the Fort Steilacoom Competency Restoration Program and make a positive impact by becoming a behavioral health advocate. This is an exciting opportunity for a meaningful career where you have the ability to grow, and to enjoy the work that you do.
This job is part of the Fort Steilacoom Competency Restoration Program in our Residential Treatment Facility. Our team contributes to rehabilitating individuals who are committed by the courts to DSHS care for competency restoration services. As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, you'd monitor and provide proactive interventions to those with behavioral health issues.
We have both permanent and on-call opportunities and you can select your availability within the Supplemental Questions when applying.
Free ORCA cards are available for Pierce County employees. 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.
Some Of What You'll Do
Those with a bachelor’s degree (preferably involving a major study in sociology or other social science)
AND
Two years of experience working with clients in a psychiatric or mental health setting
OR
Equivalent combination of education/experience
Ability To
What we're looking for:
Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform 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 mission that you bring an equity, anti-racism, 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 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. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
DSHS BHA Institution Counselor 3
Join our Behavioral Health Administration (BHA) at the Fort Steilacoom Competency Restoration Program and make a positive impact by becoming a behavioral health advocate. This is an exciting opportunity for a meaningful career where you have the ability to grow, and to enjoy the work that you do.
This job is part of the Fort Steilacoom Competency Restoration Program in our Residential Treatment Facility. Our team contributes to rehabilitating individuals who are committed by the courts to DSHS care for competency restoration services. As a member of a multi-disciplinary team, you'd monitor and provide proactive interventions to those with behavioral health issues.
We have both permanent and on-call opportunities and you can select your availability within the Supplemental Questions when applying.
Free ORCA cards are available for Pierce County employees. 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.
Some Of What You'll Do
- Instruct and encourage patients, as they participate in active treatment programs
- Provide support to assist staff and patients
- Assist patients with problem-solving
- Facilitate or assist with small group sessions
- Respond to patient psychiatric, behavioral, or medical emergencies, using de-escalation skills identified by agency training
- Provide monitoring and observation to ensure the safety of others and the environment
Those with a bachelor’s degree (preferably involving a major study in sociology or other social science)
AND
Two years of experience working with clients in a psychiatric or mental health setting
OR
Equivalent combination of education/experience
Ability To
What we're looking for:
- Safely physically intervene with patients exhibiting high-risk behaviors using approved techniques, maintaining optimal mental and physical health and dignity
- Obtain a Food Handler's permit within 14 days of employment. More information can be found here .
- Obtain/maintain current CPR/First Aid certifications
- Obtain/maintain a current Agency Affiliated Counselor credential from the Department of Health within 30 days of employment
Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform 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 mission that you bring an equity, anti-racism, 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 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. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
E-Verify® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
