Case Manager - Mental Health Crisis QMHP (1260)
The Case Manager - Mental Health Crisis QMHP provides trauma-informed crisis intervention and case management services to adults in the Texas Panhandle region as part of the Mobile Crisis Outreach Team. This role involves collaborating with community stakeholders, delivering person-centered care, coordinating treatment plans, and maintaining high documentation standards to support individuals experiencing mental health crises.
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Overview
Confidential client is hiring a Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT) Case Manager (QMHP-eligible) to provide trauma-informed crisis intervention, care coordination, and follow-up services across the Texas Panhandle. This is a full-time role with a defined salary range and tiered experience levels.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver person-centered, trauma-informed crisis intervention and follow-up services as part of a Mobile Crisis Outreach Team (MCOT).
- Provide same-day and next-day documentation; maintain 95%+ compliance for all individuals served.
- Coordinate care with hospitals, law enforcement (CIT officers, sheriffs, judges), social services, and community partners.
- Visit hospitals to meet clients, develop care plans, and support transitions back into the community.
- Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case staffing to develop individualized treatment approaches.
- Provide community education about crisis services and mental health resources.
- Serve on an after-hours on-call rotation; travel to rural areas of the service region may be required.
- Introduce clients to available agency and community supports and facilitate access to services.
- Maintain professional, ethical communications and adhere to the agency code of conduct.
- Complete other duties necessary to meet the goals of the MCOT program.
Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Psychology, Social Work, Nursing, Counseling, Sociology, Human Growth & Development, Special Education, Early Childhood Education, or a related human services field required for QMHP credentialing.
- Valid Texas driver’s license with an insurable driving record.
- Age 18 or older.
- Willingness to use personal mobile device for two-factor authentication (2FA) if required.
- Ability to pass background and credentialing checks as required by the agency and applicable laws.
Experience Levels & Compensation
- Case Manager I — Entry level (no prior experience required): $40,809.60 / year
- Case Manager II — Minimum 1 year behavioral health case management experience: $43,305.60 / year
- Case Manager III — Minimum 2 years behavioral health case management experience: $46,009.60 / year
- Graduate-level coursework in a related field may substitute for up to 1 year of required experience.
- Compensation is subject to applicable federal, state, and local law and may be adjusted based on experience and credentials.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred.
- Previous experience with mental health crisis de-escalation and intervention.
- Strong understanding of person-centered and trauma-informed care principles.
- Demonstrated ability to build rapport quickly with diverse populations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication, interpersonal, and conflict resolution skills.
Benefits & Perks
- Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness due to 501(c)(3) designation.
- Low-cost healthcare options (e.g., low urgent care co-pay), Teladoc access, plus medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Retirement plans with automatic enrollment and employer matching.
- Generous PTO accrual, standard holidays, and paid floating holidays.
- Employer-paid life insurance and optional supplemental disability coverage.
- Access to professional development and training in evidence-based crisis interventions.
Work Location & Travel
- This position serves Amarillo and the surrounding counties in the Texas Panhandle. Local travel and on-call duties are part of the role. Reasonable accommodations will be considered for candidates with disabilities consistent with U.S. law.
Compliance & Legal Notes
- Confidential client and Careertakes comply with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws. Hiring decisions will be made without regard to protected characteristics.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States; any required licenses or credentials must be valid at the time of hire.
- Any requested background checks, driving history checks, or credential verifications will follow applicable legal standards.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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