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About the Role
About You
- Valid driver's license.
- High school diploma or GED plus two years of experience in security, correctional, law enforcement, or related fields, or equivalent training/certification.
- Ability to be trained in de-escalation techniques and employ non-physical interventions.
- Customer service orientation with a focus on patient well-being and safety.
- Experience in conflict resolution and managing crises with a resident-centered approach.
- Openness to training on diverse approaches to resident care.
- Commitment to continuous learning and applying best practices in de-escalation.
Benefits
- Evening and night shift differential pay of $2.50 per hour after 6pm.
- Additional 5% premium pay for on-site work at least three days a week.
- Opportunity to contribute to modernizing behavioral health treatment in Washington State.
- Supportive work environment focused on equity, anti-racism, and social justice.
- Comprehensive state employee benefits package.
Welcome to the official LinkedIn company page of WA State's Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS).
At Washington State’s largest agency, we work to transform the lives of over 2.5 million people we serve each year. Our 17,000 employees engage daily with the state’s most vulnerable residents. We are known for our innovative approaches to social services and our strong belief we can accomplish our mission only through strong partnerships with communities and solid government-to-government relationships with Native American tribes.
We envision a state in which all people are healthy, safe, and supported and taxpayer resources are safeguarded. We value honesty and integrity, open communication, pursuit of excellence, equity, diversity and inclusion, and commitment to service. We are nationally recognized for our services to adults and children with a wide range of needs, including elder or long-term care, behavioral health assistance; child and family support; adult rehabilitation; and employment, food, and cash assistance.
Our many offices are located throughout the state, which is known for its affordable, safe communities and unparalleled recreation, cultural, and educational opportunities.
Join us in Transforming the Lives of Washington State’s most vulnerable citizens. Learn more about where you can be part of this work at www.dshs.wa.gov.