Residential Life Support Professional

6 days ago


Vancouver, Washington, United States State of Washington Full time

The Washington State School for the Blind is a premier institution dedicated to empowering blind and low vision individuals to reach their full potential.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Residential Life Support Professional to join our team. As a key member of our staff, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional care and support to our students, ensuring their physical, emotional, and educational needs are met.

About Us

The Washington State School for the Blind is committed to creating a student-focused and mission-driven environment that fosters growth, inclusivity, and accessibility. Our beautiful 13.2-acre campus offers state-of-the-art classrooms, a fitness center with a saline pool, track & field, auditorium, braille center, low vision clinic, and much more.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide instruction in independent living skills for blind/low vision individuals in the residential setting, including social skills, home management, hygiene management, clothing care, etc.
  • Complete daily reports, including shift reports and data tracking sheets.
  • Supervise students to ensure safety at all times in the residential setting.
  • Create a safe and professional learning environment that encourages student growth and respects individual student characteristics.
  • Implement positive behavior management strategies with students.
  • Plan and participate in leisure activities with students.
  • Perform basic housekeeping tasks in the residential setting.
  • Administer medication as directed by nursing care staff.
Requirements

To be successful in this role, you will need:

  • 1-2 years of college with a major emphasis in education, child development, or a related subject; OR 6 months minimum experience working with children preferably in an educational setting; OR 6 months minimum experience working with blind/low vision individuals; OR equivalent education/experience which may include volunteer/life experience.
  • Valid state ID or driver's license, good driving record, and minimum age of 18.
  • Basic Microsoft Office software skills.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
  • Ability to respond to difficult, stressful or sensitive interpersonal situations in ways that will reduce or minimize potential conflict.
  • Possess basic Braille competency or have the ability to obtain basic Braille competency.
  • Have or have the ability to obtain First Aid/CPR card and Food Handler's card.
  • Willingness and abilities to work with students with physical and developmental disabilities.
  • Must be able to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time and ability to walk long distances, as necessary.
  • Ability to monitor students on long distance bus trips.
  • Ability to lift or assist students as necessary.
  • Willingness and ability to maintain good working relationships with staff, parents and students.
  • Must pass state and federal criminal background checks.
Salary and Benefits

The estimated salary for this position is $45,000 - $60,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. This includes additional 5% assignment pay. On-call staff are eligible for the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and accrue vacation on a pro-rata basis in accordance with WAC 357-31-165. Holidays are paid in accordance with WAC 357-31-010. Personal holidays and sick time are paid in accordance with WAC 357-31-055 and WAC 357-31-115.

How to Apply

To begin the application process, please submit your online application profile, including education and employment history, and allow contact for three professional references included in your application.



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