DSHS HCLA Social Service Specialist 3

Benefits, Questions, Description

• Assess, create, and develop care plans and determine nursing facility level of care required for clients
• Conduct functional assessments using the Comprehensive Assessment Reporting and Evaluation (CARE) tool to determine clients’ level of care and eligibility for long-term services and supports

• Effectively communicate orally and in writing with clients, families, peers, management, and external partners
• Conduct assessments using the CARE tool and other agency systems to evaluate client needs and determine eligibility for long-term care programs

• Benefits
• Paid leave
• Staff training and other compensation benefits

The Home and Community Living Administration (HCLA) oversees Washington state’s nationally recognized system of long-term services and supports for older adults and people with disabilities.