Saint Francis Ministries·Salina, Kansas
The Family Support Worker provides direct care, supervision, and crisis management to children and youth in a therapeutic office environment. They are responsible for maintaining daily routines, ensuring educational and nutritional needs are met, and completing timely documentation.
The FSW - Attendant Care serves a vital role in day-to-day operations and care for children/youth. They are the primary caregivers, in supervising and attending to the safety and daily needs of children/youth, while maintaining a therapeutic environment.
Provides direct services including, but not limited to, crisis management, de-escalation, and behavior management to children/youth.
Participates in children/youth’s daily routine.
Provides structure to children/youth who are waiting in a Saint Francis Office.
Serves as an adult role model and a source of feedback to children/youth.
Supervises and monitors children/youth according to policy.
Provides positive, trauma informed interactions with children/youth.
Demonstrates respect and the ability to be open-minded and nonjudgmental towards children/youth.
Assists in the overall cleanliness of the office.
Tracks children/youth’s belongings and medication when they arrive and leave the office.
Helps to ensure the educational needs of children/youth are met either through participation with online schooling or attendance at an educational institution.
Ensures children/youth are engaged in activities throughout the day.
Ensures children/youth are being cared for and are provided meals and prescribed medication.
May transport children/youth to scheduled appointments such as medical or mental health, school, or placements.
Completes timely documentation for all children/youth receiving attendant care services.
May assist with clerical duties such as filing and answering phones as assigned.
May travel throughout the state of Kansas to provide case management services to children/youth and families or assist other offices in caring for children/youth and families.
Work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of children/youth and families.
Implements Saint Francis Ministries policies and follows directives as required. Follows and adheres to all pertinent Saint Francis Ministries Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s), rules, personnel policies, and procedures; related accreditation and licensure standards; and federal, state, and local rules, statutes, regulations, and contractual terms.
Reports critical incidents to DCF according to policy.
Reports unusual incidents through appropriate Risk Management, clinical and safety channels.
Ensures clients’ rights are protected.
Is knowledgeable of and follows all safety procedures.
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be at least 21 years of age. A valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and the ability to pass extensive background and registry checks are required.
Market context
In Kansas, Family Support Worker and Attendant Care roles are often tied to steady demand for direct support staff who can work safely and consistently with vulnerable clients. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for candidates who meet age, education, transportation, and screening requirements, and can handle the responsibility of in-home or community-based support. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your background check readiness and transportation details before applying.