Attendant Care Provider - Children's Emergency Shelter
Wyandot Behavioral Health Network
·1 week ago
- Location
- Kansas City, KS
- Department
- Healthcare
- Education
- High School
- Source
- Paylocity
Description
Description
Attendant Care Provider (ACP)
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.
Requirements
Qualifications
- 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.