DSHS Fircrest Certified Nursing Assistant 2
Salary
$22.07
- $29.52 Hourly
Location King County
- Shoreline, WA
Job Type
Full Time
- Permanent
Job Number
2026-02439
Department
Dept.
of Social and Health Services
Division
BHHA
Opening Date
03/26/2026
Closing Date
4/2/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information
The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
Description
DSHS Fircrest Certified Nursing Assistant 2 (Attendant Counselor 2)
Do you enjoy working closely with people in need and want to make a difference in their lives? A career as a Direct Support Professional could be for you. Direct Support Professionals, also known as Attendant Counselors, are compassionate about the well-being of our residents. With the main focus of providing support, guidance, and care for individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. In this role, you will serve as shift charge in our Nursing Facility and will provide leadership and instruction to employees in the provision of daily living activities, behavioral, social-emotional, and recreational support for the residents.
Fircrest RHC is conveniently located just north of Seattle in the central location of Shoreline, WA, and has excellent access to transit lines. Also nearby are major medical & educational facilities, a variety of eateries, access to Wi-Fi while on campus, as well as an onsite Fitness Center. In addition to an exceptional benefits package, we also offer a complimentary Orca card while employed with Fircrest. You will enjoy being part of a great team and working in a residential setting on a beautiful 88-acre lot with a park-like atmosphere.
Start a career today at Fircrest Residential Habilitation Center and join our community of hard-working professionals. We offer competitive benefits, on-the-job training, meaningful work, and long-term, professional, and promotional growth opportunities.
Some of what you'll be doing:
Act as a relief shift charge that gives verbal and written feedback/coaching, monitors staff and ensures that care is provided according to a Care Plan Ensure that all issues, environmental and other pertinent information is communicated timely and to appropriate people
Provide care as specified in each resident's plan under the direction of a Licensed Nurse Accompany and supervise residents ensuring health and safety of residents to and from activities and appointments of daily living
Observe, document and report physical, medical and behavioral changes
Assist with medical and behavioral emergencies; provide health, safety, security and protection from abuse or neglect
Responsible for guiding staff and others in the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment and in following all infection control policies and procedures
Provide feedback to Attendant Counselor Manager for performance evaluation input What we offer:
Opportunities to develop leadership skills through coaching, mentoring, and professional growth
Stable, full-time employment with a predictable schedule and opportunities for overtime
A supportive team environment that encourages growth and collaboration
Comprehensive benefits, including paid sick leave, vacation, holidays, retirement savings, and shift premium pay for evening and night schedules
Additional perks such as a prepaid ORCA card provided at the time of hire
What we're looking for:
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members and stakeholders
Demonstrated strong work ethic, reliability, and accountability in a professional setting
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
Flexibility to work holidays, weekends, and extended hours with short notice, as needed
Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities, or the ability to quickly develop competence in this area
Demonstrated leadership potential, with a willingness to take on new challenges and grow professionally
Commitment to teamwork, continuous learning, and the development of personal and technical skills
Who should apply?
Professionals with a High School Diploma or GED and at least one year of experience working with people with developmental disabilities
OR
One year of experience as an Attendant Counselor 1, equivalent or higher-level state class.
AND
Must have a Nursing Assistant Certification (NAC)/Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Additional information:
King County employees receive 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary and are eligible to receive a free ORCA card for transportation use. 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.
All newly hired employees will participate and complete a paid, three-week mandatory New Employee Training Session. These trainings typically occur Monday through Friday from 8:30am to 5:00pm.
