Attendant Care Worker

Must be 18 years old and have a high school diploma or equivalent. Must pass KBI, DCF child & adult abuse check, motor vehicle screen, and background checks. If the position requires the use of a personal vehicle for work purposes, the employee must have reliable, insured transportation that is properly registered and compliant with all applicable state and local requirements.

• Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently in the community.
• Proficient with computers and word processing.

• Accompany youth one-on-one in a location specified by a Qualified Mental Health Professional when providing Attendant Care or Psychosocial Rehabilitation.
• Participate in activities with youth while on duty.
• Engage in active listening and talking with the youth; you are not to provide counseling.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding youth.
• Work only up to 8 hours in a 24-hour period.
• Complete and submit required paperwork on a timely basis.
• Keep other staff informed of situations regarding youth with whom they are working.
• Review, understand, and adhere to policies and procedures regarding Attendant Care.
• Psychosocial Rehabilitation Online Training (Track
  
  B):
  Complete prior to delivery of service.
• Crisis Intervention (CI) Online Training:
  Complete prior to delivery of service.
• Nationally Recognized CI Training (e.g., Mandt training provided in-house):
  Complete prior to delivery of service.
• Community Psychiatric Support and Treatment (CPST) online:
  Complete within 60 days of hire.
• Targeted Case Management Online Training:
  Complete within 60 days of hire and prior to ICE training.
• Interactive Community Event (ICE):
  Attend within 6 months of hire.
• Kstrain.org

As determined by your supervisor. Core training is due within the first year; the supervisor advises the employee when training is due.

This position has a minimum service credit expectation and will be provided by your supervisor.

For work-related travel, employees must operate company or personal vehicles responsibly, in accordance with all traffic laws, regulations, and organizational safety policies.

• Regular and punctual attendance is required and is an essential function of this position.
• This position requires the ability to operate a vehicle as part of routine job functions.
• This position requires the ability to use a computer and software as part of routine job functions.
• Employees are expected to perform duties at the designated work location stated in the offer letter unless otherwise noted by your supervisor.
• Attendance at in-person meetings and training sessions is required, even for remote or hybrid roles, as necessary, unless otherwise noted by your supervisor.
• Occasional overtime may be required depending on operational needs. Overtime will be compensated in accordance with applicable wage and hour laws.
• This position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs as part of routine job functions.
• Perform other duties as assigned by your Supervisor or the Chief Executive Officer.