Access/Crisis Team Clinician

PRAIRIE VIEW INC; McPherson (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Prairie View Inc. in McPherson, KS seeks a dedicated Clinician to deliver mental health services across the lifespan, including diagnostic evaluations, individual and family therapy, and crisis intervention.

The role supports intake and triage, ensuring timely, patient-centered care while maintaining compliance with regulatory standards and teamwork with medical staff.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with clinical emphasis; QMHP designation required.
• Three years of post-graduate mental health experience preferred.
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.
• Effective crisis intervention skills and safety focus.
• Ability to communicate with diverse communities and teams.
• Proficient in documenting in electronic records and complying with guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive diagnostic evaluations using DSM-5 criteria.
• Provide short-term and ongoing individual and family therapy.
• Lead admission and triage processes during high-volume or urgent situations.
• Provide mobile crisis response coverage as assigned.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records and complete required screenings.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams for service authorizations and compliance.

Skills

Clinical skills

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Documentation

Education

Master’s degree in clinical field

QMHP designation

Tools

EMR systems

Relias Learning

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: McPherson, KS 67460 Position Type: Full Time Education Level: Graduate Degree Job Shift: Swing Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services

About the Role

Prairie View is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Clinician to join our team in McPherson, Kansas. In this role, you will provide vital mental health services across the lifespan—delivering accurate diagnostic evaluations, individual and family therapy, and crisis intervention. You will play a key role in our intake and triage process, ensuring community members receive timely, high-quality, patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Crisis Response

• Perform comprehensive diagnostic evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults using DSM-5 criteria.
• Provide short-term and ongoing individual and family therapy tailored to patient needs.
• Lead efficient, patient-centered admission processes and prioritize care through triage during high-volume or urgent situations.
• Provide mobile crisis response coverage as assigned.
• Apply age-appropriate interventions, set therapeutic boundaries, and maintain a focus on patient, staff, and community safety.

Administrative & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely electronic medical records in accordance with organizational and regulatory standards (completing admission documentation prior to the end of shift).
• Complete state-mandated screenings (Mental Health Reforms and PASRR) within established KDADS, DCF, and state guidelines.
• Collaborate closely with Utilization Review staff and interdisciplinary treatment teams to secure service authorizations.
• Adhere to all mandated reporting guidelines and internal compliance policies.
• Support seamless continuity of care through daily shift reports and effective scheduling coordination with administrative support staff.

Team Alignment & Professional Growth

• Participate actively in clinical supervision, peer consultations, and organizational Performance Improvement initiatives.
• Maintain active Kansas licensure and fulfill continuing education requirements (utilizing internal training tools like Relias Learning).
• Foster a collaborative, team-first environment by assisting colleagues during peak crisis needs or coverage requests.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Master’s degree, with clinical emphasis required; QMHP designation required.
• Minimum Experience: Three years of post-graduate experience in mental health field preferred
• Must have strong clinical and diagnostic skills
• Must have effective, evidence informed crisis intervention skills
• Must have ability to observe patient behavior for assessment purposes
• Must have effective communication skills (listening, verbal, written) to interact with patients, staff, & multi-disciplinary treatment team members
• Must have ability to communicate effectively with diverse community agencies
• Must have solid understanding of customer service best practices
• Must have solid understanding of current managed care practices and procedures
• Must have excellent problem-solving/conflict resolution skills
• Must have active participation with developing efficient sustainable departmental budget
• Must be able to schedule flexibility to meet the needs of the program/agency
• Must be proficient at basic keyboarding/word-processing skills
• Must be able to pass Kansas Bureau of Investigation Screen and the Central Registry Screen for both adults and children