Overview Join to apply for the Crisis Case Manager role at High Plains Mental Health Center .
Location: Hays, Kansas | Entrance A
Pay: $28.09 per hour • Job Type: Full-Time • In-Person
Schedule: 4pm-12am OR 12am-8am with alternating weekends and holidays. On-call rotation may apply.
Application deadline: December 1, 2025 at 7:00am CDT .
What You’ll Do Respond to crisis calls in the community where people live, work, and play.
De-escalate high-stress, crisis situations with compassion.
Collaborate with team members to stabilize individuals and coordinate care.
Provide short-term, meaningful support to help individuals stabilize and reduce hospitalizations & emergency room visits.
Offer resources, safety plans, and next steps after the immediate crisis has passed.
Document services & interactions and ensure follow-up care.
Participate in required training for crisis response, trauma-informed care, and safety procedures.
Qualifications Experience counts. We accept equivalent work experience in human services (e.g., teaching, daycare, CNA) or a BA/BS degree. One year of related work = one year of college.
Must be at least 21 years old.
Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening; subject to random drug screening during employment.
Must maintain CPR and First Aid certification (provided by Center).
Must pass all required background checks (KBI, KDADS, etc.).
Must maintain a valid driver’s license; MVR will be checked.
Physically & mentally capable of working in high-pressure situations and responding to emergencies.
Must comply with TB testing and health screening protocols.
Must provide medical clearance or documentation of necessary accommodations.
What We Offer Competitive Pay: $28.09 per hour
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health, Dental, Vision
Life Insurance
Paid Time Off
Extended Illness Time
403(b) Plan
KPERS Retirement Plan
Flexible Spending Accounts
Holiday pay (8 hours) in addition to hours worked
Support for Higher Education & Training
Sign-On Bonus: $325
And more
Submitting Your Application If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference in the future of mental health services, we want to hear from you. APPLY TODAY using this link: Apply here .
If you have questions or need help with documentation, please contact CAREERS@HPMH.COM .