DAYTIME CRISIS THERAPIST

Pawnee Mental Health Services Inc • Manhattan, KS

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Pawnee Mental Health Services is seeking a Daytime Crisis Therapist to provide immediate behavioral health assessments, crisis intervention, and short-term clinical support to individuals experiencing a psychiatric or emotional crisis. This role is crucial for coordinating care for clients recently engaged in crisis services, assessing individuals for acute inpatient hospitalization or other crisis resources, and providing intervention to clients in the Crisis Stabilization Unit. The therapist will also conduct assessments for walk-in clients, support co-responder efforts with law enforcement, perform mobile crisis assessments, and assist local ER and Jail facilities with emergent crisis needs. Secondary responsibilities include supporting same-day access for intake services during overflow periods. The Crisis Therapist plays a vital role in stabilizing clients, facilitating appropriate level-of-care decisions, and connecting individuals to ongoing services.

Requirements

• A Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling or a closely related field. The education degree shall be from an accredited institutional setting.
• Licensed by the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board of the State of Kansas and meet the statutory definition of Qualified Mental Health Professional.
• Strong oral and written communication skills using the English language.
• Basic personal computer skills.
• All employees will be required to submit to and pass a background check and drug screening.

Nice To Haves

• Independent clinical license (LCPC, LCMFT, LP, LSCSW) and/or participate in clinical supervision in accordance with a supervision plan established with the Kansas
• State approved QMHP and Case Management Training from KDADs. If not – will be completed at first available opportunity after employment.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Software preferred
• Certified in Basic CPR, First Aid, and MANDT – if not, will be required to certify at the earliest opportunity.
• Understanding of substance use issues and experience working with addictions.
• Addictions licensure from the KS BSRB- LMAC, LAC, LCAC

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive clinical assessments and inpatient psychiatric evaluations as part of the diagnostic process, ongoing provision of services, and/or crisis intervention.
• Identifies individual needs and diagnoses substance use and/or mental health disorders.
• Assesses individual risk for suicide and other safety-related concerns; determines the need for medication evaluation and referral.
• Assesses individuals under the influence of substances or experiencing substance withdrawal and supports in finding stabilization options or in-house social detoxification services.
• Interprets and communicates relevant information to individuals, families, and other stakeholders with the ability to communicate effectively under stress and in a fast-paced environment.
• Provide joint response in the field working with law enforcement in Riley County to de-escalate situations and assist in triage of the most appropriate level of care referral. Must have the physical capacity to respond to calls at any location and be able to drive a company vehicle.
• Aid in access to recommended services such as inpatient hospitalization, substance abuse services, outpatient therapy, Adult/Youth Community Services, and other psychiatric services as needed.
• Complete post-discharge crisis assessments and assist in referrals to outpatient services.
• Complete intakes for clients admitted to the Crisis Stabilization Unit as needed to aid with closing the loop on accessing additional services upon discharge.
• Work in coordination with the State Hospital Liaison to coordinate appropriate needs for clients discharging from State Licensed Facilities.
• Complete other specialized evaluations as trained - PASRR, Comp Evals, PAR/CBST, NFMH Continued Stay, etc.
• Respond to community situations as trained to provide Critical Incident Support.
• Complete involuntary assessments for individuals meeting the necessary level of care and be available to attend court hearings, often scheduled on short notice within 72 business hours of court receipt.
• Regularly meet with clients admitted to the CSU to provide oversight and guidance on treatment planning throughout admission, including discharge planning.
• Deliver evidence-based interventions to clients admitted to the CSU via individual and group therapy sessions.
• Meet and comply with established direct service expectations.
• Monitor progress toward meeting direct service expectations on an ongoing basis and communicate with direct supervisor regarding any concerns and/or barriers to meeting direct service expectations.
• Meet and comply with all administrative and clinical documentation requirements for clinical staff.
• Attend and actively participate in clinical supervision and attend necessary staff meetings.
• Complete and stay up to date on all State of Kansas required trainings and requirements for position.
• Perform all other reasonably related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or other management personnel.

Benefits

• Medical & Vision Insurance through BCBS or Aetna (single coverage typically $50–$100/month)
• Dental Insurance – 100% employer-paid for employees
• KPERS Retirement – Lifetime pension program
• Life & Long-Term Disability Insurance at no cost to you
• 8 Paid Holidays each year
• Generous PTO – 12 days your first year, increasing to 18 days after year one
• Paid Medical Leave – 40 hours available immediately upon hire
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Optional Supplemental Benefits including short-term disability, additional life insurance, and critical illness coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level