Crisis Stabilization: Integrated Care Specialist III

Sedgwick County; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Sedgwick County is seeking an Integrated Care Specialist III for the Crisis Stabilization Unit (COMCARE) in Wichita, KS. This full-time role provides intensive, medically necessary services to adults, children and CC BCH patients with mental health or substance use crises.

The position involves crisis stabilization on-site at the CSU/COU and collaboration with a wide network of partners. Responsibilities include case management, risk assessments, discharge planning, transportation, and ensuring

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience; valid US driver license; access to personal vehicle; background checks required.

Responsibilities

• Provide crisis stabilization services during crisis episodes for adults, children, and CCBHC patients.
• Perform case management to address symptoms and improve emotional/functional well-being.
• Collaborate with community partners, caregivers, physicians and treatment providers.
• Complete discharge planning and support transition back to community or higher level of care.
• Provide transportation to appointments and facilitate access to community resources and supports.
• Identify and arrange in-home services to maintain stabilization after return home.
• Coordinate and monitor services with service providers; ensure timely documentation.
• Maintain basic needs support (housing, food, medical) for clients.

Education

Bachelors degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Sedgwick County is seeking an Integrated Care Specialist III for the Crisis Stabilization Unit (COMCARE) in Wichita, KS. This full-time role provides intensive, medically necessary services to adults, children and CC BCH patients with mental health or substance use crises.

The position involves crisis stabilization on-site at the CSU/COU and collaboration with a wide network of partners. Responsibilities include case management, risk assessments, discharge planning, transportation, and ensuring