DSHS DVR Supported Employment- Office Assistant 2
Salary
$18.75 - $24.83 Hourly
Location
Clark County - Vancouver, WA
Job Type
Full Time - Permanent
Job Number
2026-04065
Department
Dept. of Social and Health Services
Division
DVR
Opening Date
05/18/2026
Closing Date
6/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary Information
The high end of the salary range, Step M is typically a longevity step
Description
DSHS Supported Employment - Office Assistant 2
This job is within the Supported Employment in State Government (SESG) Program. The Person selected for the job must be eligible for the SESG Program and meet the required qualifications for this job.
Some of what youll do
Working ideally 40 hours a week, youll provide support the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation (DVR) Vancouver office. In this role, youll perform clerical activities, such as greeting visitors, managing digital filing processes, and data entry. Youll also schedule intake meetings for new customers, respond to online email inquirers, stock & organize publications/handouts, and support office committees with clerical tasks.
Youll accurately sort, copy, file, and upload documents, especially in a digital format. Paying particular attention to staying current with filing that goes in customer files.
Youll operate a variety of office equipment such as computer/word processor, document imaging printers and copy machine. You will also use MS outlook, MS teams, and electronic casefile management system to support efficient workflow and organization.
Youll answer telephones, following clearly established guidelines, answer routine questions, and refer visitors.
What were looking for
Who should apply
To be eligible for the Supported Employment in State Government (SESG) Program you must:
Documentation of the above will be required if selected for an interview. This may include documents like a written statement from a Doctor, Physicians Assistant, or Therapist, records from a School Counselor or Vocational Rehabilitation Agency, or records from a similar program that identifies your disability. Written statements from family members, friends, or former employers/co-workers will not be accepted.
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If you are selected for an employment interview and you require the assistance of your long-term support at the interview you authorize the Long Term Support identified in the Supplemental Questionnaire to participate in the interviewing process and disclose to the hiring agency or their designee any information about the form, frequency, and scope of employment support that you will receive from them for the purposes of determining your eligibility for this SESG position.
If you do not require assistance from your long-term support at the interview, after the interview, if you are the selected candidate for the SESG position as part of the hiring process, you agree to provide the employer with your written long-term support plan that has been mutually agreed upon with your long term supports as to how they will be assisting you with maintaining this job.
The plan will include contact information regarding who the employer and/or the candidate can contact should there be any questions or need for support with the plan during the SESG selection process and if the applicant is selected for the position, for the length of the SESG employee's employment. The long-term support plan (plan is kept on file with the supervisor and a copy is given to the employee) continues to be a resource to the agency and the employee for the length of the SESG employee's employment and is used for annual verification for SESG continued eligibility.
An employee who is hired then ceases to meet all of the SESG Program eligibility criteria will no longer be employed.
Questions? Email the DSHS Recruiter and reference job number 04065.
The Department of Social and Health Services' (DSHS) 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. It is crucial to our agency's vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid drivers license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
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More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.
We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career. Like everyone, your first priority is ensuring that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. Thats why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work (e.g. part-time); view the job posting for benefits details for job types other than full-time.
Note: If the position offers benefits which differ from the following, the job posting should include the specific benefits.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and their families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance. There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.
Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses. Employees are also covered by basic life and long-term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.
To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website. The Washington Wellness program from the Health Care Authority works with PEBB to support our workplace wellness programs.
Dependent care assistance allows the employee to save pre-tax dollars for a child or elder care expenses.
Other insurance coverage for auto, boat, home, and renter insurance is available through payroll deduction.
The Washington State Employee Assistance Program promotes the health and well-being of employees.
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP). This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Social Security
All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness
If you are employed by a government or not-for-profit organization, and meet the qualifying criteria, you may be eligible to receive student loan forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Holidays
Full-time and part-time employees are entitled to paid holidays and one paid personal holiday per calendar year.
Note: Employees who are members of certain Unions may be entitled to additional personal leave day(s), please refer to position specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.
Full-time employees who work full monthly schedules qualify for holiday compensation if they are employed before the holiday and are in pay status for at least 80 nonovertime hours during the month of the holiday; or for the entire work shift preceding the holiday.
Part-time employees who are in pay status during the month of the holiday qualify for the holiday on a pro-rata basis. Compensation for holidays (including personal holiday) will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status in the month to that required for full-time employment, excluding all holiday hours. Pay status includes hours worked and time on paid leave.
Sick Leave
Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Overtime eligible employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month, earn a monthly proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Overtime exempt employees who are in pay status for less than 80 hours per month do not earn a monthly accrual of sick leave.
Sick leave accruals for part-time employees will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment. Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Full-time employees accrue vacation leave at the rates specified in WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Full-time employees who are in pay status for less than 80 nonovertime hours in a month do not earn a monthly accrual of vacation leave.
Part-time employees accrue vacation leave hours in accordance with WAC 357-31-165(1) or the applicable collective bargaining agreement (CBA) on a pro rata basis. Vacation leave accrual will be proportionate to the number of hours in pay status, in the month to that required for full-time employment.
Pay status includes hours worked, time on paid leave and paid holiday.
As provided in WAC 357-58-175, an employer may authorize a lump-sum accrual of vacation leave or accelerate the vacation leave accrual rate to support the recruitment and/or retention of a candidate or employee for a Washington Management Service position. Vacation leave accrual rates may only be accelerated using the rates established WAC 357-31-165.
Note: Most agencies follow the civil service rules covering leave and holidays for exempt employees even though there is no requirement for them to do so. However, agencies are required to adhere to the applicable RCWs pertaining holidays and leave.
Military Leave
Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year.
Bereavement Leave
Most employees whose family member or household member dies, or for loss of pregnancy, are entitled to five (5) days of paid bereavement leave. In addition, the employer may approve other available leave types for the purpose of bereavement leave.
Additional Leave
Leave Sharing
Parental Leave
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Leave Without Pay
Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information regarding benefits.
Updated 01-07-2026
01
I understand that as a condition of employment in the SESG Program, I will be required to submit proof of medical, psychological, or other documentation that indicates one or more of the disabilities outlined in RCW 71A.10.020 and or a significant disability as listed in the job ad. This proof will be submitted to the selection team if chosen for an interview.
02
I require Supported Employment with long-term support to satisfactorily perform job duties:
03
I understand that to qualify for a SESG position it is my responsibility to obtain and maintain a dependable, ongoing source of long-term support. I also understand that the employer will not be responsible to pay for or arrange any aspect of the long-term support that I will require for this job.
04
I have had Supported Employment in the past.
05
If offered the job, I will provide a dependable, ongoing source of long-term support.
06
If you checked YES, please identify who will pay for and provide your long-term support?
07
Provide full name and contact information for the person wholl provide your long-term. Include Name; Agency (if any); Address; Phone number; and Email.
08
Will your long-term support be provided at the workplace location?
09
I require assistance from my long-term support at the interview. I authorize the Long Term Support identified in this document to participate in the interviewing process and disclose to the hiring agency or their designee any information about the form, frequency, and scope of employment support that I will receive from them for the purposes of determining my eligibility for this SESG position.
10
I do not require assistance from my long term support at the interview. After the interview, if I am the selected candidate for the SESG position as part of the hiring process, I agree to provide the employer with my written long term support plan that has been mutually agreed upon with my long term supports as to how they will be assisting me with maintaining this job. The plan will include contact information regarding who the employer and/or the candidate can contact should there be any questions or need for support with the plan during the SESG selection process and if the applicant is selected for the position, for the length of the SESG employees employment. The long term support plan (plan is kept on file with supervisor and a copy is given to the employee) continues to be a resource to the agency and the employee for the length of the SESG employees employment and is used for annual verification for SESG continued eligibility.
11
All of the information that I have provided within this document is truthful and accurate.
Required Question
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