Youth Psychosocial Group Leader & Attendant (Evenings)

The Guidance Center; Kansas; On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

ID Theft Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Job summary

The Guidance Center is seeking a Youth psychosocial program leader/attendant care worker to provide attendant care services and support within the CBS program. Evenings required, 1+ day per week after 5 pm, with flexible scheduling including after-school shifts.

Responsibilities include facilitating groups, encouraging pro-social activities, documenting notes, and coordinating transportation as needed. Equal opportunity employer and supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• One year of college coursework in human services or one year experience in the field.
• Six months' experience working with individuals in the community.
• Preferred: experience working with individuals with mental health issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide attendant care services which support daily activities and group interactions.
• Facilitate/co-facilitate groups as assigned.
• Encourage engagement in pro-social and YPP activities.
• Support problem-solving and positive interactions among individuals.
• Work with parents/caregivers with appropriate boundaries.
• Transport individuals to activities/appointments and assist as van attendant.
• Meet direct service requirements and efficiency goals for the position.
• Document clinical notes, reports, and related materials per standards.
• Organize work to meet direct service expectations and center requirements.
• Adapt to changing work priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism.

Skills

Group facilitation

Attendant care

Communication with families

Organization

Education

One year of college coursework in human services

One year of experience in human services

Job description

The Guidance Center is seeking a Youth psychosocial program leader/attendant care worker to provide attendant care services and support within the CBS program. Evenings required, 1+ day per week after 5 pm, with flexible scheduling including after-school shifts.

Responsibilities include facilitating groups, encouraging pro-social activities, documenting notes, and coordinating transportation as needed. Equal opportunity employer and supportive team environment.