ELIZABETH HAWKINS
Kansas City Metropolitan Area,KS
Summary
Mental health professional delivering crisis intervention services across diverse environments. Expertise in conducting psychosocial assessments and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop support strategies for individuals and families facing behavioral health challenges. Strong focus on connecting clients with essential resources to enhance stability and reduce crisis incidents.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Specialist — Full-Time
Olathe School District
Kansas City Metropolitan Area
2017 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive mental health crisis intervention services across 50+ district buildings.
- Collaborate with the District Safety Team, Olathe Police Department, school-based teams, and community mental health providers to address behavioral health crises and reduce arrests, emergency room visits, and repeated crisis events.
- Connect students and families with appropriate mental health services and assist them in navigating complex systems of care.
- Provide consultation, education, and training to school personnel on mental health, crisis response, and behavioral health needs.
- Conduct crisis assessments, risk assessments, safety planning, and de-escalation interventions.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop appropriate responses and support plans for individuals experiencing mental health or behavioral crises.
- 9+ years
Service Coordinator /Case Manager— Full-Time
Wyandot Behavioral Health Network
Kansas City Metropolitan Area
2003 - 2017
- Provided clinical supervision and supported the professional development of behavioral health staff.
- Supervised Master's-level clinical interns and provided guidance related to clinical practice and client care.
- Served as a Trauma-Informed Care Trainer, providing education and training on trauma-informed approaches.
- Oversaw customer care operations and supported the delivery of quality behavioral health services.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and diagnostic evaluations to identify client needs and inform treatment planning.
- Provided individual and group therapy to clients with a variety of behavioral health needs.
- Facilitated family and parent support groups focused on education, support, and strengthening family relationships.
- Provided strengths-based case management and coordinated services to support client stability and recovery.
- 14+ years
Education
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Social Work
The University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS01-2008
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Missouri Western State University
St. Joseph, MO01-2002
Skills
- Crisis Intervention & De-Escalation
- Psychosocial & Clinical Assessments
- Risk Assessment & Safety Planning
- Behavioral Intervention Planning
- Case Management
- Trauma-Informed Care
- Dual Diagnosis
- Motivational Interviewing
- Individual & Group Therapy
- Family & Parent Support
- Clinical Supervision
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Client Relationship Strengthening
- Community Mental Health Services
- Mental Health Education & Training
Personal Information
Title: Mental Health Crisis Co-Responder | Crisis Intervention | Behavioral Health | Support Services
Timeline
Mental Health Specialist — Full-Time
Olathe School District
2017 - Current
Service Coordinator /Case Manager— Full-Time
Wyandot Behavioral Health Network
2003 - 2017
Master of Social Work (MSW) - Social Work
The University of Kansas
Bachelor's Degree - Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Missouri Western State University