START Care Coordinator (Douglas/Jefferson County)

Job overview

The START Care Coordinator role is primarily onsite in Lawrence, KS, with limited, pre-approved remote work permitted. Compensation is not specified. The position supports the 24-hour START program serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and co-occurring mental health needs. The coordinator assesses needs, maintains an active caseload, and works with individuals, families, providers, and other systems on crisis prevention, intervention, and stabilization. Ongoing monitoring and coordinated support help respond to changing needs and strengthen client and family capacity.

What you'll do

• Complete START screenings, intake assessments, service evaluations, and required documentation
• maintain a caseload and coordinate support through stabilization
• provide outreach in homes, day programs, vocational settings, and community locations
• coordinate support meetings and crisis plans
• link families, providers, healthcare partners, and emergency services
• use START tools to assess needs and plan interventions
• monitor progress and adjust coordination strategies
• provide rotational on-call crisis support
• engage individuals and families and provide education and practical support
• maintain accurate, timely, secure documentation
• complete START Coordinator training and competencies within the stated timeframe.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

start care coordinator

care coordination

crisis prevention

crisis intervention

intellectual and developmental disabilities

mental health

lawrence ks

mental health america of south central kansas

part-time

on-call rotation

community outreach

bachelor’s degree required

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Rotational on-call crisis support is part of the 24-hour START program; bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, or another human services field required; part-time coordinators have up to 18 months to complete required competencies.

About the employer

Mental Health America of South Central Kansas is hiring for this role. Industry: Other Individual and Family Services. Sector: 62.