PRN CRISIS THERAPIST

Pawnee Mental Health; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Pawnee Mental Health is seeking a qualified mental health professional to conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and inpatient psychiatric evaluations as part of the diagnostic process, and to provide crisis intervention when needed. You will identify needs and diagnoses, assess risk for suicide, and coordinate referrals to inpatient, outpatient, and social services, including crisis stabilization.

Additionally, you’ll work with law enforcement in the field, manage intake processes,

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required from an accredited institution.
• Licensed in Kansas as a Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP or equivalent).
• Strong oral and written communication skills in English.
• Background check and drug screening required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive clinical assessments and inpatient psychiatric evaluations.
• Identifies needs and diagnoses substance use and/or mental health disorders.
• Assesses suicide risk and safety concerns; determines need for medication evaluation and referrals.
• Interprets information to individuals, families, and stakeholders under stress in a fast-paced environment.
• Provide field response with law enforcement to de-escalate situations and triage care levels; able to drive company vehicle.
• Aid in access to services such as inpatient hospitalization, outpatient therapy, and community services.
• Complete intakes for clients admitted to CSU and discharge planning.
• Attend court hearings for involuntary assessments; participate in supervision and trainings.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Crisis intervention

Communication skills

Documentation

Field response with law enforcement

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or related field

Licensed by KS Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

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. What

What You’ll Do

Essential Responsibilities:

1. 1. Conducts comprehensive clinical assessments and inpatient psychiatric evaluation as a part of the diagnostic process, ongoing provision of services, and/or crisis intervention.
2. a. Identifies individual needs and diagnoses substance use and /or mental health disorders.
3. b. Assesses individual risk for suicide and other safety related concerns; determines the need for medication evaluation and referral
4. c. Assesses individuals under the influence of substances or experiencing substance withdrawal and supports in finding stabilization options or in house social detoxification services.
5. 2. 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.
6. 3. Provide joint response in the field working with law enforcement in Riley County to de-escalate situations and assist in triage of 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.
7. 4. 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.
8. 5. Complete intakes for clients admitted to the Crisis Stabilization Unit as needed to aid with closing the loop on accessing additional services upon discharge.
9. 6. Complete other specialized evaluations as trained - Comp Evals, PAR/CBST, etc.
10. 7. Respond to community situations as trained to provide Critical Incident Support.
11. 8. Complete involuntary assessments as needed for those meeting that level of care need.
12. 9. Attend court hearings for involuntary assessments completed. Court hearings are held with little notice within 72 business hours of assessment being received by the courts.
13. 10. Meet regularly with adult clients admitted to CSU to aid in discharge planning.
14. 11. Meet and comply with all administrative and clinical documentation requirements for clinical staff.
15. 12. Attend and actively participate in clinical supervision.
16. 13. Complete and stay up to date on all State of Kansas required trainings and requirements for position.
17. 14. Perform all other reasonably related duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or other management personnel.

Requirements

Qualifications:

Required:

• 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 able to meet the statutory definition of Qualified Mental Health Professional.
• Strong oral and written communication skills using the English language.
• Basic personal computer skills required.

All employees will be required to submit to and pass a background check and drug screening.

Preferred:

• 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/or 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