Mobile Crisis Clinician at Elizabeth Layton Center, Inc. – Ottawa, Kansas
Elizabeth Layton Center, Inc.
Ottawa, Kansas, 66067, United States
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Mobile Crisis Clinician
The Elizabeth Layton Center is looking for two qualified Mobile Crisis Clinicians for our Ottawa, KS location. If you are looking for a vibrant and supportive work environment, and if you are dedicated to serving our community, ELC is the place for you!
To be considered, candidates must be licensed through the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board (BSRB) and must meet KDADS qualifications for Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) and Screener designation.
Who we are:
Elizabeth Layton Center (ELC) is honored to be designated a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC), with locations in Ottawa and Paola, KS. CCBHCs offer a model of care focused on accessible and integrated behavioral health services. Our vision is to be recognized as the provider of choice for coordinated physical and behavioral health services in the communities we serve. ELC specializes in working with underserved populations to meet the growing needs unique to their situation and life experiences.
What we offer:
- Competitive compensation
- A comprehensive benefits package
- Generous paid time off
- Wellness resources to support your well-being
- A collaborative, supportive team environment
- Ongoing opportunities for professional growth
- A healthy work-life balance
SUMMARY:
The Mobile Crisis Clinician provides comprehensive crisis intervention, assessment, and stabilization services for individuals experiencing behavioral health emergencies in both office and community settings. This position is a central component of ELC's 24/7 Mobile Crisis Response system, providing 30 hours/week of in-office work and 32–40 hours/week of after-hours on-call crisis intervention, along with limited ongoing outpatient care.
The Crisis Clinician collaborates closely with the Crisis Team Leads, the Crisis Coordinator, and clinical leadership to ensure continuity of crisis response, high-quality service delivery, and adherence to KDADS requirements.
MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Crisis Services
- Provide emergency mental health assessments, crisis intervention, safety planning, and stabilization services in office and community settings.
- Deliver after-hours crisis services, including televideo crisis therapy and state hospital screenings.
- Serve as the primary clinician for mobile crisis responses, teaming with a Case Manager, Peer Support Specialist, or secondary QMHP.
- Participate in daily crisis check-ins and ongoing communication with Crisis Team Leads and the Crisis Coordinator.
- Participate in after-hours coverage rotation per schedule (average 32–40 hours/week).
- Attend scheduled supervision meetings with the Crisis Coordinator and/or Crisis Team Leads.
- Complete timely and accurate documentation of all crisis and after-hours work.
- Travel within Franklin and Miami Counties as needed to provide crisis response.
- Maintain a valid driver's license, reliable transportation, and proof of automobile insurance.
Outpatient Responsibilities
- Maintain a small outpatient caseload (approximately 10 hours/week of non-crisis therapy).
- Meet or exceed minimum billable service expectations.
- Complete initial assessments and treatment plans.
- Provide individual, family, and group therapy as appropriate.
- Collaborate with ELC staff and external agencies to support coordinated care.
- Prepare reports and maintain clinical documentation in accordance with agency, contractual, and regulatory standards.
- Comply with all ELC policies, procedures, and clinical expectations.
- Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or designee
To be considered, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to practice outpatient mental health therapy in the state of Kansas. Candidates must also have a clean driving record and valid Kansas driver's license and be able to successfully pass all required background checks.
ELC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and considers all applications irrespective of race, marital status, sex, age, skin color, religion, nationality, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Take the next step toward a bright future – apply today and become part of a team where your contributions truly matter!
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Ottawa, Kansas, 66067, United States
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