Client Support Provider - Youth - Pawnee Mental Health Services : Job Details

This position is also eligible to earn a monthly bonus (up to $2,000 annually) by meeting basic client care expectations.Who We ArePawnee Mental Health Services is a private, not-for-profit community mental health center dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health services to strengthen the wellness of our communities. Operating over 10 counties in North-Central Kansas, we provide a full range of psychotherapy, crisis, medication management, and substance abuse recovery services to over 7000 adults, adolescents, and children every year. Pawnee is the only provider in our service area who welcomes anyone in need of services, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year - regardless of their insurance, status as a client, or ability to pay. We also believe that all staff have an important role to play in maintaining the wellness of our communities - and we are looking for bright, talented people to fill those roles!If that's a mission that excites you, read on!What We OfferPawnee is proud to offer a full range of benefits to all our full-time staff! We are able to offer a full range of health, dental, and vision insurance through the State of Kansas, as well as a retirement plan through KPERS. We are also proud to provide competitive wages, generous paid time off, and several voluntary benefits like ambulance and disability insurance, among others.The Role You PlayAs a CSP at Pawnee, you will be responsible for helping children with Severe Emotional Disturbances and their families by providing attendant care. You will work with children alone and in groups, developing and performing activities to enhance functioning based on their treatment plans. This position will require evening work; however, your schedule is up to you.* The Day-to-Day* Developing activities to enhance the child's functioning, within established treatment plans* Working directly with children ages 4-18, individually and in groups, providing services on site or in their home, school, or community* Scheduling services and documenting progress in the child's health record* Training in crisis response procedures and providing 1-on-1 support to clients in crisis* Other Duties as Assigned* Being an on-call resource for crisis services* Assist with medication compliance* Acting as an advocate for mental health rights and community integrationWho You AreThe ideal candidate is reliable and trustworthy, (you will be expected to set and keep your own schedule!), and has experience/a passion for working with children. They are also flexible and creative, as we give CSPs the freedom to plan out activities themselves. Finally, you will be working with high-needs children, so a proven ability to manage high-stress situations eloquently, tactfully, and professionally is required.If that describes you, apply now!* Required* High School graduate or equivalent* At least 21 years of age or older* Reliable transportation, a clean driving record, and automobile liability insurance* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal* Basic computer skills* Preferred* Some post-secondary education in human services and/or related work experience* Experience with Microsoft OfficeResults of criminal and all other applicable background checks must meet the approval of Pawnee Mental Health Services.Pawnee Mental Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all applicants will receive equal and equitable consideration without regard to race, religion, color, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, or any other status or condition protected by law. Any applicant who feels they have experienced discrimination via the PMHS hiring process may file a written complaint at