OPTIONS Crisis Clinician (Clinician II)

Overview

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 $4200 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 new OPTIONS (Olathe Partnership for Inter-Organizational Navigation and Support) program. This position will work alongside this multidisciplinary team to help solve the complex contributing factors leading to high utilization of emergency services. They will help these 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., however there is a need for flexibility to work some evenings to meet the needs to the people we’re serving.

Posting will remain open until filled.

Job Description

Job Description:• Completing 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. • Creating 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. • Responding 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. • Completing in person or phone outreach to support individual's post-crisis with connecting to necessary services; this could also be after other 911 calls, like domestic violence, fatalities or traumatic experiences.• Working with the OPTIONS officer and case manager to carry a crisis management caseload; connecting individuals who have multi-faceted needs to ongoing supports and services.• Assessing individuals’ circumstances to identify needs/or determine service eligibility • Reviews police reports and determines 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 an in-person outreach alongside a law enforcement officer.• Collaborating with other community agencies to coordinate resources and services for the client’s benefit.• Submits clinical documentation regarding services provided and makes necessary referrals to internal and external resources.

Job Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or other Human Services field and Kansas Behavioral Sciences licensure* at the master’s level in the area of focus are required.  May require a KS/MO driver’s license, depending on department or agency.

*Applicants who meet Kansas licensure requirements may be considered if Kansas licensure is obtained by time of an employment offer and licensure is pending confirmation at the time of employment 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 is preferred.

Physical, Environmental, and Special Working Conditions:

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