Crisis Clinician; Clinician II

Location: US-KS-Mission

Job :

Category: Healthcare, Welfare, and Social Services

Benefits Category: Full Time - Regular (Full Benefits)

Salary Range: USD $32.93/Hr.

- $49.40/Hr.

Organizational Unit: Mental Health

Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 9am-5pm, with occasional evenings required

Driving Status: Primary (25% or more)

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job; it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization.

We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you're searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government.

Johnson County has implemented a skill‑based pay plan of up to $4,200 annually for staff who have obtained licensure by the BSRB at the Clinical Level.

Johnson County Mental Health is looking for a clinician to join in partnership with the Olathe Police Department's ACT (Advanced Crisis‑Intervention Team) and the new OPTIONS (Olathe Partnership for Inter‑Organizational Navigation and Support) program. This position will work alongside a multidisciplinary team to help solve the complex contributing factors leading to high utilization of emergency services. Clinicians will help high utilizers navigate the behavioral health, social, and justice systems, eliminate barriers, and enhance the effectiveness of partner agencies.

This position will be based in Olathe Police Department. The work schedule is Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with flexibility to work some evenings to meet the needs of the people we serve.

Posting will remain open until filled.

• Complete a broad‑scope assessment of needs and service gaps for OPTIONS program participants with the OPTIONS team, including clients with mental health diagnoses, intellectual and developmental disabilities, substance use disorders, dementia, traumatic brain injuries, etc.
• Create broad‑scope intervention plans for OPTIONS program participants with the OPTIONS team to address the participant’s needs, engage community providers, and reduce or eliminate the participant’s usage of emergency services.
• Respond in person to 911 behavioral health calls alongside the OPTIONS officer to conduct an assessment to recommend appropriate level of care, including assessing individual risk for suicide and other safety‑related concerns, and determining the need for resource referrals.
• Complete in‑person or phone outreach to support individuals’ post‑crisis, including after other 911 calls such as domestic violence, fatalities, or traumatic experiences.
• Work with the OPTIONS officer and case manager to carry a crisis management caseload; connect individuals with multi‑faceted needs to ongoing supports and services.
• Assess individuals’ circumstances to identify needs or determine service eligibility.
• Review police reports and determine appropriate next steps, including follow‑up needs after the initial call to ensure the crisis has resolved and/or if additional resources are needed. Follow‑up is conducted by phone or in‑person outreach alongside a law enforcement officer.
• Collaborate with other community agencies to coordinate resources and services for the client’s benefit.
• Submit clinical documentation regarding services provided and make necessary referrals to internal and external resources.

Minimum

Job Requirements:

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or another Human Services field.
• Kansas Behavioral Sciences licensure at the master’s level in the area of focus.
• May require a KS/MO driver’s license, depending on department or agency.
• Applicants who meet Kansas licensure requirements may be considered if licensure is obtained by the time of an employment offer and licensure is pending confirmation at the time of application.
• Candidates must be able to meet REJIS/KCJIS requirements (for law‑enforcement positions) and will be required to successfully complete a background investigation, including post‑offer polygraph and drug screen, as a condition of employment.

Preferred

Job Requirements:

• Kansas Behavioral Sciences license at the clinical level and one year of experience in the area of focus.

Physical, Environmental, and Special

Working Conditions:

• All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.