Job Location : Hutchinson,KS, USA
The Attendant Care Worker at the Learn and Play Therapeutic Center delivers one-one-one, interactive, community-based mental health services to preschool-aged children utilizing a strengths-based, and skill building philosophy in the areas of problem solving, social skills, personal relationships and health/hygiene.
Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
* Provides support to children with Serious Emotional Disturbance individually and in group setting as they develop new skills to increase daily functioning
* Supports individual clients during crisis situations to aid with symptom reduction, stabilization and restoration to their ability to re-join their peers
* Works in a fast-paced environment in conjunction with other staff
* Coordinates with other staff members to facilitate the treatment plan outlined for the client by the managing clinician
* Plan, organize and implement curriculum to support the use of new skills in working with peers, expressing emotions in a healthy manner, and problem-solving obstacles
* Maintains accurate and timely documentation of service provisions reflecting appropriate interventions, service types, and progress towards goals
* Provides transportation when necessary to clients
* Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 10-hour days
* Other duties as assigned
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
* Strong organizational skills
* Intermediate knowledge of MS Office programs
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
* N/A
REQUIRED BEHAVIORAL SKILLS:
* Integrity:
* A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of honesty and the willingness to do the right thing.
* The ability to role model, inspire and motivate others to promote the philosophy, mission, vision, goals and values of Hutchinson Regional Healthcare System
* Compassion:
* A personal presence which is characterized by a sense of caring that is reflected in a high level of empathy and customer service with all that we come in contact.
* Ability to manage conflict, consider other points of view, and offer alternative solutions without jeopardizing overall project direction and the ability to manage customer expectations.
* Accountability:
* Demonstrated track record of ownership of situations, projects and issues.
* Able to work autonomously and have a high degree of flexibility to adapt to changing projects, priorities and work volumes.
* Respect:
* Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a diverse population.
* Treat all internal and external customers with a positive, proactive service orientation.
* Excellence:
* Strong communication and presentation skills.
* Proven ability to think strategically but also must be able to lead day-to-day tactical processes.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
* High school diploma or equivalent
* Must be 18 years of age and at least three years older than the youth.
* One or more years of experience working with children
PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
* Two years' experience working with adults or children in a health-related field
* Experience working in a KDHE facility
REQUIRED LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:
* Within 30 days of employment the employee must have completed Attendant Care on-line training, KHS on-line training, pass KBI, DCF Health Assessment, DCF child abuse check, adult abuse registry, and motor vehicle screens.
* Valid driver's license, insurance and a dependable vehicle
PREFERRED LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:
* N/A
We offer competitive pay, a generous benefit package and a reason to be proud of what you do, every day.