On-Call Mental Health Crisis Case Manager

Overview Johnson County Mental Health Center is looking for a Crisis Case Manager to join our Crisis Team. JCMHC has supported a 24/7 crisis line for over 40 years and recently became a member of the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline (988). The 988 Crisis Team works 12‑hour shifts (7a‑7p and 7p‑7a) and is co‑located in Johnson County’s Communication Center, sharing space with Sheriff's, Fire and Med‑Act 911 dispatch. The team works closely with Johnson County’s first responders. Additionally, this position will support the JCMHC Mobile Crisis Response Team (MCRT), which resolves emergency situations by providing brief, intensive interventions to reduce the need for hospitalization and justice system contact. This is a PRN position that will be utilized to expand coverage for 988 and MCRT on overnights and weekends (Friday evening through Sunday evening), with the possibility of last‑minute need requests. Schedule options will be discussed during the phone screening and interview. This position is eligible for a shift differential specific to weekday overnight hours ($.75/hr), weekend hours ($.75/hr), and weekend overnight hours ($1.50/hr). Posting will remain open until filled. For questions, please reach out to Holli Monahan at View email address on click.appcast.io. Job Description Duties include: Both 988 Crisis Team and MCRT Assess for suicide risk and other safety‑related concerns to determine the least restrictive level of care needed, developing a safety plan to remain in the community or coordinate higher level of care as appropriate. Provide support, education, and connection to resources, as needed for appropriate crisis response. Partner with law enforcement on emergency detention as appropriate relating to the crisis. Collaborate with JCMHC teams, family members, hospitals and other community agencies to advocate and partner for individuals’ needs. Complete and submit clinical documentation regarding services provided. 988 Crisis Team Answer 24‑hour crisis calls, chats and texts providing empathic and compassionate support. Oversee acquisition and forwarding of all necessary documentation for individuals requiring voluntary hospitalization. Conduct check‑in calls as a follow‑up from a previous crisis contact. MCRT Respond across Johnson County as part of a 2‑person team, providing mobile crisis interventions to a variety of individuals in crisis. Consult with a clinician prior to clearing the contact; if not paired with a clinician, this will be by phone. Provide outreach and follow‑up to prevent mental health crisis and/or criminal justice recidivism from various referral sources. Job Requirements Minimum Job Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Human Services or related field is required. May require KS/MO driver’s license, depending on department or agency. Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency. Preferred Job Requirements: One year of related work experience is preferred. Education/Experience Substitutions: Experience may be substituted for degree. Education may be substituted for experience. In some instances, statutory or regulatory requirements may prohibit substitution of education and/or experience. Physical, Environmental, and Special Working Conditions: All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation. #J-18808-Ljbffr Johnson County Kansas