Employment

We have a number of employment opportunities available and are looking to hire talented people! Please review the basic requirements and the positions listed below. To fill out an application, please download pdf and return it to:

Wichita Children's Home
Employment
810 N. Holyoke
Wichita, Kansas 67208

Applications are also available 24 hours a day at the Front Desk. Position descriptions are also available. Resumes are welcome but must be submitted with a completed application of employment.

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The Wichita Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Street Outreach Case Manager

STREET OUTREACH CASE MANAGER/WORKER Position is responsible for providing on the street based services to runaways, homeless, and youth who are involved in crisis. The position will be full-time, 30 hours per week.

DUTIES
Provide Case Management and crisis counseling to Street Outreach youth and families Work in partnership with Peer Counselors Participate in Mobile Outreach efforts and engage at risk youth on the streets Provide supportive services for runaway and homeless youth

QUALIFICATIONS
Must be 21 years old with high school diploma or GED. Must have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record.

Night Monitor (Phase I) - 3rd Shift

Position is nightly supervision of residents and activities to ensure a safe and therapeutic residential environment. Additional duties will be guidance in emergencies, instruction in maintaining apartments, and crisis intervention as required. Hours are Thursday through Saturday 12:00 pm – 12:00 a.m. & Wednesday 9a – 11a for staff meeting.

DUTIES
Supervision of residents’ social, educational, and behavioral activities. Responsible for the completion of required paperwork. Must have the skills, patience, and understanding to work with and around special needs youth. Good interpersonal skills, including composure under stress and sensitivity to the needs of others. Ability to represent the Home in a professional manner. Provide a positive role model by demonstrating commitment, punctuality, effective time management, and good communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS
Qualifications-High School degree/GED required, college degree preferred. One to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have a valid driver’s License and good driving record. Must be at least 25 years old to meet licensing requirement for this position.

Site Coordinator - Phase II

Position includes daily supervision of staff and residents, activities, and staffing patterns to ensure a safe and therapeutic environment. Additional duties will be to assist with admissions and coordinate staff schedules and youth activities. The position is full-time and must be available for on-call rotation. Monday - Friday, 3:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.

DUTIES
Coordination and supervision of residents’ social, educational, and behavioral activities. Serve as an administrative representative of the department responsible for staff selection, training, and evaluation. Must have the skills, patience, and understanding to work with and around special needs youth. Good interpersonal skills, including composure under stress and sensitivity to the needs of others. Ability to represent the Home in a professional manner. Provide a positive role model by demonstrating commitment, punctuality, effective time management, and good communication skills.

QUALIFICATIONS
High School degree/GED required, bachelors degree with an emphasis in Social Services preferred. One to four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Prior supervisory experience preferred. Must be at least 25 years old.