DSHS DDA Social and Health Program Consultant 4
Full Time
Everett, WA
Posted
Job description
Description
Are you up for a challenge? If so, we want to hear from you! We are seeking a passionate, creative, team player who can also operate independently to join the Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) team.
In this role, as a Social and Health Program Consultant 4, you will serve as a program specialist for Employment and Day programs at our offices in Everett or Lynnwood, WA. You will be responsible to develop and provide regional consultation, training, and support for case management staff and our county partners. You will have telework options and some regional travel is required.. Come join us today and help us on our mission to Transform Lives!
Some of what you'll do
- Functions as the general employment specialist for case management and supervisory staff
- Provide regional policy direction and training regarding employment and day programs
- Act as the primary point of contact for county coordinators
- Review all requests for employment services policy exceptions
- Collect, analyze and provide program information data for regional ternary reports
- Develop and conduct training
- Assist with preparation for administrative hearings
- Collaborate to develop and deliver regional training
- Participate in regional and statewide workgroups
What we're looking for:
- Excellent communication skills
- Thorough understanding of analyzing, formatting, and presenting data using Excel software
- A track record of managing and leveraging partnerships
- Ability to present complex issues in plain talk
- Excellent time management skills, able to prioritize work and meet deadlines
- Demonstrated ability to effectively build relationships and a collaborative approach to problem-solving
- Training experience
Who should apply?
- Professionals with one year of experience as a Social and Health Program Consultant 3
Or - Two years of experience as a Social and Health Program Consultant 2
Or - Bachelor's degree in social work, a health or social science, public administration or a related field, and five years of professional experience in planning, administering or delivering social services including experience with investigation, regulatory, or quality assurance systems
Or - Master's degree in social work, a health or social science, public administration or a related field and four years of professional experience in planning, administering or delivering social services including experience with investigation, regulatory, or quality assurance systems
To apply, simply fill out the application and include your resume, cover letter, and three references! That's it!
Interested?
- Current chronological resume
- Cover letter explaining why you are interested in the job, and your skills and experience that make you the best person for the job
- Three professional references with current contact information
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.
Employees of the Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Any offer of employment is contingent upon verification of your vaccine status. Please note medical or religious accommodation may be available once an offer of employment is made.
If you have questions about job number 17304, contact Anu Rao at (360) 972-6206 or via email at raoa@dshs.wa.gov
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.
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