Youth Crisis Specialist

1 day ago


Topeka, Kansas, United States Family Service and Guidance Center Topeka Full time
Job Summary

Family Service and Guidance Center Topeka is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Youth Crisis Specialist to join our team. As a Mental Health Technician, you will provide one-to-one direct care to children and adolescents experiencing severe emotional disturbance or at risk of becoming SED. Your primary responsibility will be to work collaboratively with the treatment team to develop and implement treatment plans, ensuring the best possible outcomes for our clients.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide crisis intervention services to children and adolescents in a safe and supportive environment
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the treatment team
  • Transport clients as needed, ensuring their safety and well-being
  • Participate in quarterly program meetings for case review, case assignment, and program maintenance
  • Attend monthly individual supervision with an YCRC Supervisor for case discussion and professional development
Requirements
  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • At least 21 years old, and at least three years older than the consumer
  • Valid driver's license, good driving record, current auto insurance, and reliable transportation
  • Successful completion of a TB test, health assessment, and required training programs (Managing Aggressive Behavior, CPR, First Aid, and State-approved online attendant care training)
  • Two years of documented experience with children with SED or completion of two years post-secondary education in a human service field
Preferred Qualifications
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with the treatment team and clients
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite and ability to learn other software programs as necessary
Work Environment

This position requires flexibility in scheduling, with some possibility of working at FSGC in programs that the client may be attending. The Mental Health Technician is required to frequently use a laptop to complete documentation and maintain communication through email. For On-Call (Part-time) staff, they are required to be on call for 16 hours total in a given month, on weekends (Saturdays and/or Sunday).


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