Youth Program Attendant & Group Facilitator (PT)

The Guidance Center Inc; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 27,937 - 31,354; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

KPERS retirement

11 holidays

Flexible schedule

Hourly pay

Job summary

The Guidance Center in Leavenworth, KS is seeking a part-time Youth Psychosocial Program Group Leader Assistant to join our interdisciplinary team. The role provides attendant care and supports youth in the YPP program, with evening shifts after 5 p.m.

You will facilitate groups, encourage client engagement, transport when needed, and document notes in line with our Quality Improvement standards. High school diploma or equivalent required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Must have completed one year of college coursework in human services, or one year of experience in the field, or a one-year combination of education and work experience.
• Preferred: experience in community-based mental health or related settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist with promoting successful group interactions among clients.
• Encourage and support clients’ engagement in YPP activities.
• Support clients’ efforts to problem-solve and interact with others.
• Work respectfully with parents/caregivers, while observing boundaries.
• Serve as Attendant on van transportation routes as assigned.
• Facilitate/co-facilitate groups as assigned.
• Transport clients to and from appointments and activities when necessary.
• Organize work to meet direct service expectations and Center requirements.

Skills

Attendant care

Group facilitation

Client engagement

Documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year college in human services

1 year experience in human services

Job description

The Guidance Center in Leavenworth, KS is seeking a part-time Youth Psychosocial Program Group Leader Assistant to join our interdisciplinary team. The role provides attendant care and supports youth in the YPP program, with evening shifts after 5 p.m.

You will facilitate groups, encourage client engagement, transport when needed, and document notes in line with our Quality Improvement standards. High school diploma or equivalent required.