About Westlake Ace Hardware

Ace Retail Holdings, the division of Ace Hardware Corporation that owns and operates the Westlake Ace Hardware chain, is one of the largest hardware retailers in the United States.  Headquartered in Lenexa, Kansas, Westlake Ace Hardware has been in operation for over a century and operates over 120 neighborhood stores located throughout the United States.  Great people make Westlake stand out in our industry, and we are looking for individuals who strive for personal and professional growth, and who want to work with a company founded on (and still led by) our solid Core Values of:

Service, Passion, Respect, Integrity, Teamwork and Excellence

General Summary

The General Manager is responsible for ensuring superior customer service in their store. They must develop associates at all levels, drive sales and profitability, and maintain effective expense and payroll budget management. They will also ensure compliance with effective inventory management and merchandising practices and all Westlake policies and procedures.   

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Customer Service

• Provide positive representation of Westlake Ace Hardware.
• Proactively assist customers in solving problems.
• Greet customers entering and throughout the store. Thank customers when finished and when they are leaving the store.
• Provide a friendly, outgoing demeanor; work well with customers as well as associates.
• Ensure all calls and pages are answered promptly, courteously and effectively.
• Handle customer complaints. Work to resolve problems with the customer and have Westlake’s best interest taken into consideration.
• Possess excellent product knowledge and knowledge of store layout and location of products.

Store Operations

• Ensure a positive, professional and safe work environment for all associates.
• Supervise the “general operations” of the entire store.
• Responsible for ordering and maintaining desirable product inventory levels to ensure store profitability in compliance with corporate objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all practices, policies and procedures necessary to manage inventory shrink. Monitor shrink numbers and take corrective actions.
• Manage and direct preventative maintenance and repairs in order to maximize and protect all physical assets (i.e. building, fixtures and equipment).
• Ensure receiving, checking in, stocking of merchandise for the store is being done completely.
• Responsible for maintenance of back stock levels.
• Oversee and assist with the daily maintenance, orderliness and cleanliness of the sales floor, stock room and outdoor merchandise areas.
• Provide assistance in the overall general maintenance of the store.
• Ensure forklift operations and receiving is completed in a safe and efficient way.
• Ensure weekly price changes are being completed.
• Ensure monthly cycle counts and negative on hand reports are being completed.
• Ensure signage is current in the entire store.
• Provide a clean and orderly sales floor, including end caps and ad goods merchandised.
• Ensure special orders and rain-checks are being completed properly.
• Ensure ad signage and products are ready for the customers.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Store Support Operations

• Responsible for the P & L and other corresponding reports.
• Assist District Manager with the budget process for sales and expenses.
• Manage payroll and other controllable expenses.
• Responsible for the implementation of Store Support programs.
• Attend trade shows and seminars with company guidance.
• Responsible for successful Loss Prevention, Safety and Internal Audits.
• Assist with special projects within the district as set forth by the District Manager.

Hiring and Training of Associates

• Conduct weekly management staff meetings.
• Ensure effective training and development of all associates.
• Recruit prospective associates for possible management positions throughout Westlake Ace Hardware.
• Manage and support the hiring, scheduling, reviewing, rewarding and coaching of all store associates including management.
• Actively recruit and promote the advancement of Westlake associates.

Leadership

• Become an integral part of the community in which you live and work through civic organizations and being community minded.
• Challenge all associates to think of ways to better merchandise product, control expenses and increase sales.
• Lead by example; be approachable by all associates and customers.

Other Essential Requirements

Ability to exhibit and incorporate our Core Values into daily decisions and interactions with others:

• SERVICE – Amaze our customers, our associates and our communities by delivering on our helpful promise.
• PASSION – Showing our love for the work we do, our customers, and our associates.
• RESPECT – The humble appreciation that every person is unique and valued.
• INTEGRITY – An authentic commitment to moral and ethical behavior.
• TEAMWORK – Together we can achieve extraordinary things.
• EXCELLENCE– A disciplined approach to achieve outstanding results through continuous improvement.

Minimum Skills, Requirements and Qualifications

• High School or GED equivalent.
• Must have previous retail management experience. Hardware experience preferred.
• Standing, walking, lifting (up to 25lbs) and climbing.

•  Required for LTC, Preferred for AL - Valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state which employed.
•  CPR Certification preferred for AL; required for LTC upon hire, or obtain within thirty (30) days of employment.
•  Current unrestricted driver’s license in the state which employed preferred.

•  Must possess strong collaborative, interpersonal, organizational, multi-tasking, verbal and written communication skills, and a desire to create a high-performance, effective team that can produce consistent, demonstrated results.
•  Must demonstrate on an ongoing basis the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with co-workers and ministry leadership.
•  Competencies needed for this position include strong interpersonal relationship skills, detail oriented, work in collaboration with others, demonstrate a high degree of integrity and personal commitment, possess strong analytical skills, be able to work independently and manage multiple deliverables at the same time.
•  Ability to function in a matrix environment and demonstrate a passion to succeed be self- motivated, dependable, committed, and a willingness to see a project through to its conclusion.
•  Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.

•  Ability to access all areas of the ministry throughout the work day.
•  Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, 25 pounds frequently and 7 pounds constantly.
•  Required to obtain assistance of another qualified employee when attempting to lift or transfer objects over 25 pounds.
•  Occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds above the head.
•  Requires constant hand grasp and finger dexterity; frequent standing, walking, pushing and repetitive leg and arm movements, occasional bending, reaching forward and overhead, crouching and kneeling.
•  Occasionally required to sit in a stationary position.
•  Tolerate standing and walking for up to 8 hours at a time on hard and soft surfaces.
•  Frequently able to communicate verbally and in written form.
•  Frequently able to detect and discern both loud and soft sounds such as voices and phone calls.
•  Frequently able to use all types of vision, such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, to complete daily tasks.
•  Constantly required to detect unusual odors that could indicate environmental issues.

Benefits include:

• Competitive wages

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Retirement plan options

• Paid Time off

Apply In-Person at 2225 Canterbury Dr. Hays, Ks 67601 
or Email me at cheryl.guerrero@ascension.org

• POSITION SUMMARY

The Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) will provide patient/resident care as required under the direct supervision of the licensed nurse. The Certified Nursing Assistant completes assigned tasks to ensure timely, efficient and safe patient/resident care. Communication and interactions with patients, residents, families and other health team members is an essential component of this position.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs initial and ongoing data collection on all patients/residents under the direction of the Registered Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Implements plan of care developed by the Registered Nurse based on patient/resident physical, psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs.
• Provides direct patient/resident care and reports condition and changes to RN or LPN.
• Assures resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates corrective action as appropriate.
• Documents results of patient/resident care within established policies, procedures and scope of practice.
• Complies with all ministry policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• N/A

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• GED or a High School Diploma is preferred.
• Previous hospital or long term care experience preferred.
• Ability to work with EHR/EMR

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Certified Nurse Aide (or be an NATII) in the state in which employed.

• CPR certified preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must possess strong collaborative, interpersonal, organizational, multi-tasking, verbal and written communication skills, and a desire to create a high-performance, effective team that can produce consistent, demonstrated results.
• Must demonstrate on an ongoing basis the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with co-workers and ministry leadership.
• The incumbent must demonstrate the ability to communicate clearly and concisely on oral and written form.
• Competencies needed for this position include strong interpersonal relationship skills, detail oriented, work in collaboration with others, demonstrate a high degree of integrity and personal commitment, possess strong analytical skills, be able to work independently and manage multiple deliverables at the same time.
• Ability to function in a matrix environment and demonstrate a passion to succeed, be self- motivated, dependable, committed, and a willingness to see a project through to its conclusion.
• Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequently required to push and pull items, such as resident/patient beds, requiring a force of up to 75 pounds.
• Frequently required to carry or lift items weighing up to 25 pounds at waist height. Required to obtain assistance of another qualified employee when attempting to lift objects over 25 pounds.
• Frequently required to assist in maneuvering resident/patients weighing 100-400 pounds and occasionally required to assist in maneuvering resident/patients weighing over 400 pounds.
• Tolerate standing and walking for up to 8 hours at a time on hard and soft surfaces.
• Frequently perform activities that require stooping, bending and reaching, squatting, balancing, and trunk twisting throughout the day.
• Constantly able to effectively communicate.
• Occasionally required to sit in a stationary position for up to 30 minutes at one time.
• Frequently able to detect and discern both loud and soft sounds such as resident calls, verbal orders, monitors, and phone calls.

Benefits include:

• Competitive wages

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Retirement plan options

• Paid Time off

• 8 Holidays

Apply In-Person at 2225 Canterbury Dr. Hays, Ks 67601 
or Email me at cheryl.guerrero@ascension.org

• Full-Time and Part-Time Position Available
• 1st and 3rd shifts available (6am-6pm and 6pm-6am) 
• $1,000 Sign-On Bonus Available for those who qualify 

Responsible for the direct care of those we serve and supervision of staff, in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act in the state in which employed as well as ministry policies and procedures. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs delegated resident care tasks in a timely and efficient manner
• Contributes to continuity of care and effective communication by documenting and reporting care provided and changes in the resident’s condition to the appropriate person in a timely manner.
• Anticipates, recognizes, reports and responds to changes in resident/patient condition.
• Implements interventions based upon the physician's medical plan and standards of care including medication and treatments with knowledge of therapeutic intent.
• Assists residents and families with care planning, education and referrals.
• Follows regulatory and ministry standards, policies, procedures and precautions in the performance of all job duties to ensure a safe work environment.
• Assures resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates corrective action as appropriate.
• Assumes responsibility for compliance with federal, state and local regulations within the assigned neighborhood.
• Provides support with Activities of Daily Living as needed.
• Other duties as assigned
•  

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

• Interprets existing policies and procedures to certified nursing assistants, certified medication aides, residents, and families.
• Supervises staff, evaluates the provision of direct resident care, and initiates corrective action as necessary.

• Follows staffing guidelines and make nursing assignments according to qualifications of staff and characteristics of the resident population.
• Participates in the employee evaluation process by providing information on the clinical performance of certified nurse assistants and certified medication aides to the DON or DCS.
• Monitors staff compliance with infection control, personal protection equipment, blood borne pathogens, hazardous material handling and fire safety.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

• Completion of an accredited LPN program.
• A minimum of one year experience as a LPN preferred
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Possesses working knowledge of State and Federal regulations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Valid license as a practical or vocational nurse in the state in which employed required.
• CPR Certification preferred for Assisted Living; required for LTC upon hire, or obtain within thirty (30) days of employment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must possess strong collaborative, interpersonal, organizational, multi-tasking, verbal and written communication skills, and a desire to create a high-performance, effective team that can produce consistent, demonstrated results.
• Must demonstrate on an ongoing basis the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with co-workers and ministry leadership.
• Competencies needed for this position include strong interpersonal relationship skills, detail oriented, work in collaboration with others, demonstrate a high degree of integrity and personal commitment, possess strong analytical skills, be able to work independently and manage multiple deliverables at the same time.
• Ability to function in a matrix environment and demonstrate a passion to succeed be self- motivated, dependable, committed, and a willingness to see a project through to its conclusion.
• Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

50 LBS

• Ability to access all areas of the ministry throughout the work day.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, 25 pounds frequently and 7 pounds constantly.
• Required to obtain assistance of another qualified employee when attempting to lift or transfer objects over 25 pounds.

• Occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds above the head.
• Requires constant hand grasp and finger dexterity; frequent standing, walking, pushing and repetitive leg and arm movements, occasional bending, reaching forward and overhead, crouching and kneeling.
• Occasionally required to sit in a stationary position.
• Tolerate standing and walking for up to 8 hours at a time on hard and soft surfaces.
• Frequently able to communicate verbally and in written form.
• Frequently able to detect and discern both loud and soft sounds such as voices and phone calls.
• Frequently able to use all types of vision, such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, to complete daily tasks.

Benefits include:

• Competitive wages

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Retirement plan options

• Paid Time off

• 8 Holidays

Apply In-Person at 2225 Canterbury Dr. Hays, Ks 67601 
or Email me at cheryl.guerrero@ascension.org

POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for dishing and serving plates, setting and busing tables, serving beverages, desserts, snacks and other items while maintaining a clean and sanitary service and dining area.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Arranges and prepares dining room area(s) for meals.
• Assists in preparing and serving meals, documenting meal/snack intake, and maintaining sufficient inventories of food and supplies.
• Responds to residents’ requests, needs or concerns in a timely manner.
• Comprehends and follows menus and diet cards taking into consideration resident food preferences, allergies and consistencies.
• Buses tables, washes, sanitizes and stores dishes.
• Cleans and sanitizes working, serving and dining areas including appliances.
• Properly handles the use and storage of chemicals, supplies and cleaning equipment.
• Documents food, dishwasher, and refrigerator temperatures, reporting any variations to supervisor.
• Ensures compliance with food safety standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES

•  N/A

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

•  High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• N/A

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Must possess strong collaborative, interpersonal, organizational, multi-tasking, verbal and written communication skills, and a desire to create a high-performance, effective team that can produce consistent, demonstrated results.
• Must demonstrate on an ongoing basis the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with co-workers and ministry leadership.
• Competencies needed for this position include strong interpersonal relationship skills, detail oriented, work in collaboration with others, demonstrate a high degree of integrity and personal commitment, possess strong analytical skills, be able to work independently and manage multiple deliverables at the same time.
• Ability to function in a matrix environment and demonstrate a passion to succeed be self- motivated, dependable, committed, and a willingness to see a project through to its conclusion.
• Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
50 LBS

• Ability to access all areas of the ministry throughout the work day.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally, 25 pounds frequently and 7 pounds constantly.
• Required to obtain assistance of another qualified employee when attempting to lift or transfer objects over 25 pounds.
• Occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds above the head.
• Requires constant hand grasp and finger dexterity; frequent standing, walking, pushing and repetitive leg and arm movements, occasional bending, reaching forward and overhead, crouching and kneeling.
• Occasionally required to sit in a stationary position.
• Tolerate standing and walking for up to 8 hours at a time on hard and soft surfaces.
• Frequently able to communicate verbally and in written form.
• Frequently able to detect and discern both loud and soft sounds such as voices and phone calls.
• Frequently able to use all types of vision, such as close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception, to complete daily tasks.
• Constantly required to detect unusual odors that could indicate environmental issues.

Benefits include:

• Competitive wages

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Retirement plan options

• Paid Time off

• 8 Holidays

Apply In-Person at 2225 Canterbury Dr. Hays, Ks 67601 
or Email me at cheryl.guerrero@ascension.org

Customer Service

Staff Management

Year round full time employment

Medical/Dental

Intensive Case Manager / Care Coordinator (ICM/CC) – Barton & Ellis Counties

Intensive Case Managers provide case management & care coordination services to individuals who have co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders, along with a history of admits to State Hospitals, Social Detoxification Centers and/or Jail.  Individuals who are at-risk of further decline without intervention due to the progression of their illness and functionality, who have multiple unsuccessful treatment episodes, health-related issues and/or being homeless, are also candidates for this service when referred by a community partner. 

ICMs serve as a central point of contact, working with the client and community stakeholders, encouraging participation in recovery planning in order to facilitate an all-inclusive service strategy that focuses on the whole person.  The key to the success of this program is to engage with community providers & connect clients to services while reducing barriers in order to increase success. 

Primary Goals of ICM: 

• Avoid unnecessary and inappropriate admissions to State or Community Hospitals, arrest/incarceration
• Reduce the amount of bed days used when an admission to a hospital is needed
• Improve quality of life by assisting ICM clients obtain housing and services available in their home community. 

Qualifications: 

Masters level (preferred) or Bachelors level (required) preparation with experience in social work, health care related field, behavioral health or substance abuse systems; consideration given to those who have extensive experience in behavioral health working with co-occurring mental health or homeless populations. 

Licensure through the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board (BSRB) of KS must be obtained and maintained. 

• LCAC – Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor 
• LMAC – Licensed Masters Addiction Counselor   
• LAC – Licensed Addiction Counselor 

Consideration will be given to Individuals with the following licenses, if committed to obtaining the Addiction License.

• LMSW – Licensed Masters Social Worker 
• LPC – Licensed Professional Counselor 

Experience and ability to use multiple computer applications, including but not limited to:  

• Microsoft Office Suite applications including Word, Excel and Outlook  
• Document client progress in electronic medical record  
• Internet based database applications 

• A valid driver’s license, dependable transportation, and proof of auto insurance must be maintained.  Periodic travel to the main office in Roeland Park, KS for training and bi-annual staff meetings, as well as regular ongoing travel between Ellis and Barton Counties is required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively through verbal, electronic and written communications  
• Energetic, self-starter who has the ability to work autonomously  
• Meeting clients in a variety of community locations is required 
• A demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse populations  
• Adaptable to change and willingness to adopt new organizational and technology skills 
• Bi-lingual skills a plus 

Benefits:

• Salary is based on level of education and experience.
• Full benefits package available including health, dental, vision and term life insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays.

Application Instructions
For more information, contact:

Kris Carnahan, Director of Operations & Administrative Services

Heartland Regional Alcohol & Drug Assessment Center

913-789-0952 or 1-800-281-0029

Send resume to: kris@hradac.com