CRISIS MENTAL HEALTH TECH II OVERNIGHT

Pawnee Mental Health Services, Inc.

Manhattan (KS)

On-site

USD 23,000 - 32,000

Full time

17 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

KPERS retirement

Paid holidays

PTO 12 days/yr + 24 after first year

Paid medical leave (40 hours)

Employee Assistance Program

Supplemental benefits

Job summary

Pawnee Mental Health Services, Inc. is seeking dedicated staff to support clients in a high‑intensity crisis environment.

The role involves maintaining a safe therapeutic setting, assisting with crisis interventions, and supporting daily client routines across CSU and community settings. Applicants should have at least one year of mental health/crisis experience, be 18+, hold a high school diploma, and possess a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age or older.
High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of experience working in mental health/crisis services.
Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
Background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

Monitor and maintain a safe, therapeutic environment for all clients on the CSU.
Provide crisis intervention support, de-escalation, and safety planning.
Assist with daily routines including hygiene, meals, recreation, and medication pass support.
Complete shift documentation, incident reports, and safety logs accurately.
Respond to crisis line calls with empathy and de-escalation protocols.
Assist with crisis intake, admissions coordination, and transfers.
Support mobile crisis field interventions and community crisis responses.

Skills

Observation skills

Communication skills

Team player

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are

Pawnee Mental Health is proud of the high-quality services we offer and the positive outcomes our clients achieve. Our employees are the heart of our organization, and each person contributes to our mission. We’re looking for motivated, passionate individuals who want to use their skills to support others. We believe people facing mental health or substance use challenges deserve the chance to live meaningful, productive lives. If that mission resonates with you, we encourage you to explore this role and join us in making an impact.

Benefits

HRSA- Health Workforce: Loan Repayment Program for Health Careers
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.

Description

Benefits

What We Offer

at Pawnee Mental Health, we are committed to supporting our employees’ well‑being by offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

HRSA- Health Workforce: Loan Repayment Program for Health Careers
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.

What You’ll Do

CSU Operations

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.

Crisis Line Support

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.

Crisis Admissions

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.

Mobile Crisis Team Support

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.

Crisis Staff Expectations

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.
Perform all other reasonably related duties assigned by immediate supervisor or other management personnel.

Requirements

Required:

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 careStrong 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.
Certified in Basic CPR, First Aid, and MANDT - All employees will be required to submit to and pass a background check and drug screening.

Key Competencies