Attendant Care Provider - Children's Emergency Shelter
Wyandot Behavioral Health Network·Kansas City, Kansas
Wyandot Behavioral Health Network·Kansas City, Kansas
Provide hands-on support to individuals with mental health needs to help them achieve independence and maintain dignity. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities, teaching life skills, and transporting clients to appointments.
Make a Difference Every Day Are you passionate about helping others live more independent, fulfilling lives?
Join our team as an attendant care provider and make a meaningful impact by providing compassionate support, guidance, and encouragement to individuals with mental health needs.
Whether you're experienced in human services or looking to begin a rewarding career, we'd love to meet you.
Available Shifts Day Shift 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Sunday – Thursday Thursday – Monday Overnight Shift 10:30 PM – 7:00 AM Friday – Tuesday What You'll Do As a Direct Support Professional, you'll provide hands-on support that helps individuals achieve greater independence while maintaining their dignity and respect.
Responsibilities include: Assist individuals with daily living activities and personal goals Teach and reinforce life skills, social skills, and healthy routines Provide encouragement in individual and group settings Transport clients safely to appointments, community activities, and other approved locations Support treatment plans and help individuals work toward personal goals Help clients navigate everyday challenges through positive problem-solving Complete required documentation accurately and on time Maintain confidentiality and comply with HIPAA and organizational policies Collaborate with supervisors, team members, families, and community partners to provide exceptional care What We're Looking For We're seeking compassionate, dependable individuals who: Enjoy helping others succeed Communicate effectively and build positive relationships Remain calm and professional in challenging situations Treat every individual with dignity, respect, and compassion Thrive in a team-oriented environment Value diversity and demonstrate cultural sensitivity Experience working with individuals experiencing mental illness, behavioral health challenges, or developmental disabilities is preferred, but we're willing to train the right candidate.
High school diploma or GED required Valid driver's license required Ability to safely transport clients as needed Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to use computers and electronic documentation systems Ability to meet pre-employment screening requirements and complete required training Physical and emotional ability to safely support individuals who may occasionally display challenging behaviors Why Join Our Team? Meaningful work that positively impacts lives every day Supportive supervisors and collaborative team environment Paid training and ongoing professional development Opportunity to build a rewarding career in behavioral health and human services A workplace that values compassion, respect, integrity, and teamwork If you're looking for a career where your kindness, patience, and dedication truly make a difference, we encourage you to apply today.
Market context
In Kansas, behavioral health hiring often centers on clinicians who can work across outpatient, school-based, and community settings, with demand strongest for candidates who are license-eligible and comfortable with complex caseloads. These roles are competitive because employers look for a master’s degree, clinical conceptualization skills for eating disorders and dual diagnoses, and readiness to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm licensure steps and highlight any direct experience with co-occurring conditions in your application.
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