Attendant Care Worker - FT - Horizons-1
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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 assignedMINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:* Strong organizational skills* Intermediate knowledge of MS Office programsPREFERRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:* N/AREQUIRED 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 childrenPREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:* Two years' experience working with adults or children in a health-related field* Experience working in a KDHE facilityREQUIRED 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 vehiclePREFERRED LICENSE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION:* N/AWe offer competitive pay, a generous benefit package and a reason to be proud of what you do, every day.