Attendant Care Worker - Learn & Play - PRN

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Inc.

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Attendant Care Worker at the Learn and Play Therapeutic Center delivers one-on-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.

Requirements

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
Strong organizational skills
Intermediate knowledge of MS Office programs
Valid driver’s license, insurance and a dependable vehicle

Nice To Haves

Two years’ experience working with adults or children in a health-related field
Experience working in a KDHE facility

Responsibilities

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