Care Assistant Jobs in Kansas

Care Assistant jobs in Kansas are in steady demand, with the heaviest concentration in long-term care facilities, home health agencies, and assisted living communities serving the state's growing senior population. Wichita, Kansas City, and Topeka account for the bulk of openings, and established employers such as Stormont Vail Health, Via Christi Health, and Midwest Health have a lasting presence across these markets. The most consistently sought specialties include memory care support, personal care for elderly clients, and post-acute rehabilitation assistance. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles38
Top employerAscension
Top cityOverland Park, KS
Cities hiring18
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Medical Assistant Primary Care
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Medical Assistant Primary Care
Ascension
Wellington, Kansas
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$17.71 - $23.61/hr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Memory Care Activities Assistant
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Memory Care Activities Assistant
Priority Life Care
Topeka, Kansas
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Food Service Assistant - PT Day Weekends - Cedar Lake Village - Assisted Living & Memory Care
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Food Service Assistant - PT Day Weekends - Cedar Lake Village - Assisted Living & Memory Care
Good Samaritan
Olathe, Kansas
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$14.5 - $22.5/hr
BLS Certification
10,000+

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Assistant Administrator Long Term Care
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Assistant Administrator Long Term Care
Ascension
Manhattan, Kansas
Business Strategy
Consulting & Professional Services
Strategy & Corporate Development
$69k - $96k/yr
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Food Service Assistant, Long Term Care (LTC)
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Food Service Assistant, Long Term Care (LTC)
Good Samaritan
Hays, Kansas
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$14.5 - $22.5/hr
10,000+

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Care Assistant Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Overland Park
9 jobs
Wichita
5 jobs
Hays
3 jobs
Topeka
3 jobs
Lawrence
3 jobs
Olathe
2 jobs
Parsons
2 jobs
Derby
1 job
Auburn
1 job

Care Assistant Job Market in Kansas

A snapshot from current Kansas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Ascension6 open roles
Good Samaritan5 open roles
Visiting Angels4 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Kansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in care assistant jobs across Kansas.

  • Current CPR and first aid certification recognized by Kansas employer standards
  • Completion of a state-approved nurse aide training program or comparable caregiver training
  • Ability to pass a Kansas KBI criminal background check before starting employment
  • Prior experience assisting with activities of daily living in a care setting
  • Valid Kansas driver's license for roles requiring client transportation or home visits
  • Willingness to work rotating shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays

Care Assistant Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a care assistant in Kansas?

Most care assistant roles in Kansas require completing a state-approved Certified Nurse Aide training program, which leads to listing on the Kansas Nurse Aide Registry maintained by the Kansas Department for Aging and Disability Services. Employers hiring for personal care or home health aides may not require registry listing but expect a completed caregiver training course, a clean background check, and current CPR certification. Vocational programs at community colleges across Kansas provide this training.

Which companies hire care assistants in Kansas?

Employers hiring care assistants in Kansas right now include Ascension, Good Samaritan, and Visiting Angels, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Kansas's high concentration of nonprofit care networks and rural critical access facilities means openings appear across the state, not just in the largest metros.

Which Kansas cities have the most care assistant jobs?

The cities with the most care assistant openings in Kansas are Overland Park, Wichita, and Hays. Wichita's density of hospital systems and senior living communities drives the largest share of listings, while Kansas City's cross-state metro and Topeka's concentration of state-funded long-term care facilities account for most of the remaining volume.

Are there remote care assistant jobs in Kansas?

Yes, but they're rare. Care assistant work is fundamentally hands-on, so the role is performed in person at homes, facilities, or clinics the vast majority of the time. About 0% of care assistant openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically cover care coordination, scheduling support, or telehealth check-in roles rather than direct personal care.

How can I get hired as a care assistant in Kansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for a certified nurse aide trainee position, where Kansas employers such as Midwest Health and regional long-term care chains hire candidates without prior experience and pay for their training. Community colleges including Wichita Area Technical College and Washburn University offer short CNA programs that qualify graduates for registry listing. Candidates who have worked as a home health aide, patient transporter, or companion caregiver have the easiest lateral move into a care assistant role, and holding a current CPR card gives applicants a meaningful edge over those who do not.

Where can I find and apply to care assistant jobs in Kansas?

You can find and apply to care assistant jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings for roles that match your experience and preferred location, then apply directly to the employers posting them.

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