more than a job
career opportunities
Ashley House was the first organization to provide community-based care for medically complex and fragile kids in Washington. We started in 1989 and have been thriving ever since. We operate multiple locations in the South Sound area and have the capacity to serve the greatest number of kids and young adults. But most importantly we strive to always provide the best care possible.
Ashley House is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug, alcohol, and smoke free workplace.
what to expect
we are a team
At Ashley House, we know each team member is important and appreciated. We all work hard, and take our work seriously, but we don’t let that get in the way of supporting each other and having a little fun along the way.
Our Administrative/Executive Team work hard keep the various functions of Ashley House operating smoothly and continually plan to expand our role in caring for medically fragile children, teens, and young adults throughout the Puget Sound area and the Pacific Northwest.
Our Direct Care Team; Nurses, CNA’s, Social Workers and Behavioral Technicians work miracles with the most challenging circumstances every day, while providing sophisticated, innovative care for severely medically fragile children, teens and young adults. You will have opportunities to develop skills you never thought you could hone.
Our Maintenance Team continually work to maintain and upgrade our current facilities as well as develop new facilities as we grow and expand.
We offer a family-like environment
Every new hire is warned that the individuals we serve will steal their hearts and become just like a member of their family. We have fun taking them on outings; going to the zoo, the movies, out to eat, Great Wolf Lodge, and so much more! Where else can you work in a beautiful home, build amazing relationships, and have fun?
let’s get started
Complete the Application for employment
Once you’ve completed the application, upload your resume, cover letter, reference letters/letters of recommendation or any other relevant documents.
Verification & qualification
A Human Resources representative will verify that you meet the qualifications for the position you applied for. If you meet those qualifications or they need additional information, they will contact you for further discussion and/or a pre-screening interview.
your application packet will be reviewed by the hiring manager
Once a pre-screening interview has been completed, your information will be passed on to a hiring manager. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by the hiring manager to set an appointment.
Once you are offered a position, you will need to provide certain specific documentation, this list is not all inclusive and may be subject to change depending on position:
Current BLS CPR certification (must be adult, child and infant training)
Current First Aid Card (required for all CNA's and BT's)
Current PPD (TB) - Must be within the last twelve (12) months
Current Influenza Immunization - Must be within the last twelve (12) months
Current Pertussis (Tdap) immunization - Must be within the last ten (10) years OR Td vaccine within the last (10) years if you have already had a Tdap at least once as an adult.Current WA state driver’s license (unless license is military)
Current driving abstract This can be obtained at here. Please request an abstract for employment purposes.
Food Handler’s card – Information can be found at here. (Food handlers permit must be from this website)
we offer competitive pay & benefits.
Our compensation structure is designed to reward both experience and longevity with Ashley House. All direct care staff are represented by UFCW Local 3000 and can gain additional support from representatives of that union. When we negotiate our Ashley House-UFCW contract, our philosophy is to give as much as we can. Our comprehensive benefit plan covers both full-time and part-time employees and their families. Benefits include:
Affordable health benefits for eligible employees and their dependents, including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, HRA, Time-loss, and a Wellness program (After meeting eligibility requirements)
Accrue Paid Time Off (P.T.O.) and Extended Illness time (E.I.T.) based upon the hours worked.
Paid Bereavement Leave
Educational Leave
403b7 Retirement Plan with immediate participation eligibility and employer matching dollars after completion of the intro period.
Additional premiums and differential pay for non-standard work, such as: holidays, night shift, weekends and stand-by call
we offer a variety of positions
For direct care staff: New employees may be hired into per-diem, part-time, or full-time positions.
Per-diem employees receive a 12% premium of base pay in lieu of benefits after successful completion of the introductory period.
Full-time positions are those regularly working at least 36 hours per week. Full-time employees enjoy a full complement of benefits and competitive pay.
physical demands & work environment
All Ashley House employees are expected to be able to physically perform their job wherever the job may take them.
Specific Physical Demands and Work Environment guidelines are included in the Job Descriptions linked to the Career Opportunities page.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.