Crisis Intervention Specialist — Mobile Crisis Unit

Sedgwick County; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 67,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverages

Paid leave

Retirement plans

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Sedgwick County is seeking a Crisis Intervention Specialist to support COMCARE/CCBHC services in the community. The role includes crisis assessment, intake and brief therapy, and coordinating with mobile crisis units to determine urgent needs.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree and state licensure; a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle are required for driving duties. Benefits and professional development are provided.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree or higher.
• Licensed by the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board as LMSW, LMFT, LMLP, LPC, or LP; temporary license requires permanent licensure within 90 days.
• Must have a valid US driver’s license and access to a personal vehicle for driving duties.
• Complete orientations as required by Sedgwick County and COMCARE.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis intervention services and pre-admission assessments for COMCARE/CCBHC clients in crisis.
• Complete intake, follow-up and outreach appointments; respond to crisis lines as needed.
• Perform risk assessments for appropriate level of care and document in medical records.
• Enter AIMS data and complete required documentation and court reports on time.

Education

Master’s Degree or higher

Job description

Sedgwick County is seeking a Crisis Intervention Specialist to support COMCARE/CCBHC services in the community. The role includes crisis assessment, intake and brief therapy, and coordinating with mobile crisis units to determine urgent needs.

Minimum qualifications include a Master’s degree and state licensure; a valid driver’s license and personal vehicle are required for driving duties. Benefits and professional development are provided.