CRISIS MENTAL HEALTH TECH II

Pawnee Mental Health Services Inc•Manhattan, KS

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Pawnee Mental Health is seeking motivated, passionate individuals to join their team and support their mission of helping clients facing mental health or substance use challenges live meaningful, productive lives. This role involves providing high-quality services and achieving positive client outcomes.

Requirements

Must be at 18 years of age or older.
High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of experience working in mental health/crisis services
General knowledge of mental health, substance use and housing systems of care
Strong oral and written communication skills using the English language.
Basic personal computer skills which enable the entry, retrieval and use of electronic data.
A valid driver’s license and automobile liability insurance maintained in accordance with Pawnee policy and procedure.
All employees will be required to submit to and pass a background check and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of the needs and challenges of adults and children who experience Severe and Persistent Mental Illness and Severe Emotional Disturbances.
Experience with Microsoft Office Software.

Responsibilities

Monitor and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for all clients on the CSU.
Conduct routine client checks and document observations in accordance with policy.
Provide support to clinical staff during crisis interventions, de-escalation efforts, and safety planning.
Assist with daily routines including hygiene support, meal distribution, recreational activities, and medication pass support.
Complete shift documentation, incident reports, and safety logs accurately and promptly.
Participate in team huddles, shift change reports, and daily staff meetings.
Answer incoming crisis line calls with professionalism, empathy, and adherence to de-escalation protocols.
Conduct basic mental health triage, assess risk, and route calls appropriately to clinical staff when needed.
Dispatch mobile crisis and monitor daily chats.
Document all calls accurately in the electronic health record (EHR) or tracking system.
Assist with the Crisis intake process, gathering information, supporting documentation, and verifying eligibility criteria.
Participate in initial stabilization efforts and coordinate logistics for admissions and transfers.
Uphold confidentiality, ethical standards, and compliance with all relevant regulations and policies.
Complete and maintain up-to-date required training for this position.
Perform all other reasonably related duties assigned by immediate supervisor or other management personnel.
Respond to community-based crisis calls as needed in collaboration with licensed clinicians.
Provide immediate safety triage, safety planning, resource navigation, skill building, and family support during field interventions.
Complete and stay current on required training for the position.
Adhere to the standards, policies and instructions established by PMHS Policy and Procedure and any applicable ethical codes within field of employment.
Review and comply with the Pawnee Code of Conduct outlined in the Employee Handbook.

Benefits

HRSA- Health Workforce: Loan Repayment Program for Health Careers
Continuing Education: Pawnee provides up to 5 days of additional paid leave for continuing education and a fund of up to $1,000 annually.
Medical & Vision Insurance: Accessible plans to support your health needs offered through BCBS or Aetna.
Dental Insurance: 100% covered by Pawnee for employees.
Kansas Public Employee Retirement System (KPERS): Secure your future with KPERS retirement benefits, a lifetime pension program.
Life Insurance: coverage up to 150% of your annual income and long-term disability insurance at no cost.
Paid Holidays: Enjoy 8 paid holidays throughout the year.
Generous PTO: Start earning 8 hours of PTO per month—equivalent to 12 days per year—with an increase to 24 days per year after your first anniversary.
Paid Medical Leave: Receive a 40-hour bank of paid medical leave.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access support resources for your personal and professional life.
Supplemental Benefits: Additional life insurance coverage, ambulance transportation, short term disability, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and more.