Learn & Play Attendant Care Worker - Horizons - PRN

Hutchinson Regional Medical Center, Inc.

About The Position

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. The benefits have never been more rewarding. Here are a few things we offer: Paid Parental Leave Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Holiday premium pay Shift and weekend differential pay 401k with a 6% employer match Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage Employee assistance program

Requirements

Strong organizational skills
Intermediate knowledge of MS Office programs
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
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
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.

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
Other duties as assigned