DSHS HCLA Social Service Specialist 3

The Home and Community Living Administration (HCLA) is hiring for multiple dedicated Social Service Specialists to join our team(s) in King County, WA

• Conduct in-depth assessments and reassessments of clients in various settings
• Develop individualized care plans that support clients in remaining in or safely transitioning back to the community
• Provide case management services including implementing service plans, monitoring progress, offering advocacy, resolving crises, and coordinating with family members and care providers
• Evaluate client needs and circumstances to determine eligibility for long-term services and supports
• Work closely with hospital staff, corrections personnel, residential care providers, behavioral health teams, and other community partners to ensure safe discharges and continued support in the community
• Maintain organized and up-to-date electronic case records, prioritize workload effectively, and respond to urgent situations and administrative requests as needed
• Take part in team meetings, trainings, and outreach efforts to stay connected with agency goals, service requirements, and available community resources

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Knowledge and application of social casework theory, principles, and practices
• Ability to assess client needs, triage care, and resolve complaints while maintaining professionalism, objectivity, and cultural sensitivity
• Skilled in identifying social dynamics that influence client choices and using that insight to support sound decision-making
• Proficient in writing professional, grammatically correct correspondence and case documentation
• Capable of working independently, managing time effectively, meeting deadlines, and following proper communication channels
• Adaptable to change, open to diverse perspectives, and committed to problem-solving and developing practical solutions to program challenges

• Health insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Paid leave
• 401k matching
• Flexible spending account
• Orca card for transportation
• Employee assistance program

The Department of Social and Health Services’ vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work