at UKSM-W Medical Practice Association in Wichita, Kansas, United States
Job Description
Work Schedule: June 1 – July 23, 2026
Mon- Wed 8:30am-12:00pm
Thurs 8:30am-1:00pm
Location: Haysville School
POSITION SUMMARY
The BREATHE Program Counselor position is for the KU After School Program BREATHE, an evidence-based therapeutic program for children with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD). The Counselor will provide a fun and engaging experience for children and implement behavioral treatment protocols in accordance with the BREATHE manual. Counselors will implement an extensive positive and negative behavior modification treatment program including feedback and associated consequences, daily and weekly rewards, social praise and attention, appropriate commands, and removal from positive reinforcement.
The Program Counselor will attend four full-day trainings, 8am-5pm May 26 -29, 2026. Counselors will work 15 hours per week (Monday, Tuesday and Wednesdays 8:30a.m – 12:00p.m. and Thursdays 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.) which includes staff meetings and additional training. Counselors will get at least 72 hours of direct clinical experience plus 70 hours of training, supervision, and support activities.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Working with other staff members to plan and coordinate program events.
- Leading and supporting attendees in age-appropriate sports and recreational activities.
- Participate in training in behavioral interventions and implement these interventions with fidelity.
- Monitoring participants to ensure compliance with program rules and prevent accidents.
- Memorizing all emergency procedures and enforcing program rules.
- Participate in staff meetings.
- Compliance with HIPAA guidelines and procedures.
- Maintains knowledge of and adheres to all standards of Universal Precautions.
- Reliable Attendance and Punctuality.
Other duties as assigned.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Competency Statement(s)
Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.
Confidentiality - Must maintain strictest confidentiality and comply with all HIPAA regulations and policies.
Customer Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers’ needs while following company procedures.
Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
Ethical - Ability to demonstrate conduct conforming to a set of values and accepted standards.
Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
Leadership - Ability to influence others to perform their jobs effectively and to be responsible for making decisions.
Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
Patience - Ability to act calmly under stress and strain, and of not being hasty or impetuous.
Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and co-workers.
Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one’s conduct.
Self- Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one’s ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
Education: High School Graduate or equivalent with one year of college coursework in a social science or education field required
Experience: Volunteer or work experience with youth.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Ability to read and understand research protocols and other written materials associated with implementing the treatment program. Attention to detail with ability to prioritize and manage time effectively. Highly organized; communicates effectively with students and parents; establishes and maintains cooperative working relationships; and significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
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