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Wichita Children's Home

Want a Job that Matters?

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. Please submit your application through our Indeed profile or download the pdf file below. Return pdf applications via email to hr@wch.org or by mail:

Wichita Children's Home
Employment
7271 E. 37th St. N.
Wichita, Kansas 67226

Job Application

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giving the invaluable gift of the self.
The Wichita Children's Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
It is the policy of the Wichita Children's Home that all individuals have the right to participate in employment, programs and activities operated by the Wichita Children's Home regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, disability, and age.
Employment applications are available at the Front Desk Monday-Friday 8a-5p.
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No phone calls please.

Available Positions

Intake Case Worker

Completes admission and release paperwork, screens and assesses children when brought in. Distribute paperwork to appropriate departments and agencies.

Qualifications

Preferred 1-3 months related industry experience and either high school diploma or G.E.D.

Hours

Full Time; Monday – Friday 2p-10p

Licensed Addiction/Mental Health Counselor

Provides assessment and referral services to other community support groups as needed as well as coordinating treatment admissions. Facilitate relationship building group for youth, as well as other evidence based curriculum on a weekly basis. Administer Biological/Psychological/Social Screens to identify referral for Protective Custody youth that enter into the Emergency Shelter program. This position is responsible for providing clinical support to the YRCII. Counsels individuals or groups regarding psychological or emotional problems such as stress, substance abuse, residential adjustment, or family situations (stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and residential life.) Performs mental health screenings and assessments. Develops and implements counseling for youth interactions

Qualifications

4 years related experience.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in social-services field required. Master’s degree preferred. Must be a Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC) (LMAC preferred) and Mental Health Counselor (LMSW).

Hours

Full Time; Monday – Friday 12p-8p

Empowerment Counselor

Supervises the biopsychosocial well-being of each client using trauma-informed, survivor-centered, restorative practice techniques. Uses appropriate role modeling skills to instill hope, effect healing and restoration, promote growth and development to empower clients to transform their lives.

Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (G.E.D) and 1-2 years related experience preferred.

Hours

Full Time (40 hours/week) and Part Time (16-32 hours/week) opportunities available.

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