Job Description

Important Recruitment Information for this vacancy

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Job Posting closes: 11/19/2025

Parsons State Hospital & Training Center

Vision Statement

: People experiencing the highest quality of life regardless of the challenges.

Mission Statement

: To improve lives by connecting people with supports and services.


https://www.kdads.ks.gov/

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Position:

Who can

apply:

Anyone

(External)

Classified/Unclassified

Service:

Unclassified

Full/Part-time:

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary:

Regular

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

Exempt

Work

Schedule:

Varies

Eligible

to

Receive

Benefits:

Yes

Veterans'

Preference

Eligible:

Yes

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Program Consultant

Compensation:

Starting entry level: $23.81/hour

Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications.*

Employment Benefits:

Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage Sick & Vacation leave Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually) Employee discounts with the STAR Program Retirement and deferred compensation programs

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Position is located at Parsons State Hospital & Training Center, days/hours may vary. A negative drug screen is required as a condition of employment.


All employees are expected to work in a harmonious and cooperative fashion with other staff to provide efficient and effective customer service: to use free time as available to assist other staff in the completion of work assignments and perform other tasks as needed; to contribute to a positive work environment through a positive, helpful, courteous demeanor towards staff, customers and the general public; and to adhere to appropriate standards of conduct regarding the use of leave, reports to work on time and in the designated fashion.


The Program Consultant supervises a diverse group of staff across three shifts to assure protection of resident rights is provided in a humane, home-like environment. The Program Consultant must be available for a varied work schedule which at times may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, or holidays. The Program Consultant is responsible for helping to coordinate and prioritizing the delivery of training and person-centered services with individuals living at PSH. This involves the integrations of various aspects of services to meet the individual requests, preferences and needs of each individual living in a designated unit. Accurate records must be maintained to assure the varied responsibilities of this position are met.


Daily contact with individuals receiving services, adult training staff, cottage, professional, ancillary and administrative staff for program planning and implementation. Routine contact with community members & businesses for networking, promotion and development of programs on behalf of facility and individuals receiving services, planning and implementation. Occasional contact with legislators for information tours and contact with parents/guardians for developing/implementing training for individuals.


Develops training and development programs via the use of a variety of methods including lecture, modeling, and visual aids. Writes educational training programs for individuals. Observes and gives feedback to adult service staff while they train and support the individuals.


Must follow basic policy or protection from harm procedures for Individuals and staff safety. Follows standard safety procedures by the manufacturers of equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

: One year experience developing and delivering training programs and materials. Two years' experience leading or supervising a cottage of living unit for individuals with Developmental disabilities.

Preferred Qualifications

: Knowledge and experience in developmental disabilities, mental disabilities, and dual diagnosis; adult education teaching skills, and strategies; person-centered planning and supports model; issues relevant to supporting/teaching individuals with handicapping conditions; regulatory guidelines and laws relevant to ICF/IDD regulations issues involving individuals with handicapping conditions. Experience following DOL guidelines and regulations regarding employment. Experience with payroll services.



Staff who operate a motor vehicle must possess a valid Kansas driver's license.

Contact Information:

Recruiter Contact

:


Name: Crystal Edwards Phone: (620)421-6550 x 3064


Email: crystal.edwards@ks.gov Fax: (620)421-2770

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How to Claim Veterans Preference

Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE):

Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.


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Equal Employment Opportunity

The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.


If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.