Job Description

Job DetailsJob Location: McPherson, KS 67460Parent Support Specialist
Location: Harvey, Marion, & McPherson Counties (Kansas)
Organization: Prairie View, Inc.
Make a Real Difference in Children’s Lives
Prairie View is seeking a compassionate, dependable Parent Support Specialist to support children and adolescents with Severe Emotional Disturbance (SED) and their families. This role focuses on strengthening families, coordinating care, and building long-term stability through community-based services.
If you’re passionate about mental health, family advocacy, and hands-on support — this is meaningful work with real impact.
Key Responsibilities
Provide parent support and wraparound services to children with SED and their families
Coach families to better understand and respond to their child’s emotional and behavioral needs
Assist families in navigating services, resources, and the SED Waiver Program
Support crisis intervention in collaboration with case managers and care teams
Facilitate parent support groups in Harvey, Marion, and McPherson counties
Assess family strengths, needs, and appropriate service levels
Coordinate care with therapists, case managers, schools, and external providers
Maintain accurate, timely clinical and administrative documentation
Meet weekly billable service expectations (24 hours/week)
Participate in training, supervision, and ongoing professional development
Transport clients as needed (valid license and insurance required)
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Age 21 or older
High school diploma required
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant experience preferred
At least 2 years of experience working with children
Experience with emotionally disturbed children and families strongly preferred
Strong communication, listening, and documentation skills
Ability to recognize non-verbal behavior and emotional cues
Comfortable working with families in home, school, and community settings
Ability to maintain Kansas Case Manager Certification and required CEUs
Valid Kansas driver’s license and reliable transportation
Basic computer and word-processing skills
Must pass KBI, DCF, and Central Registry background checks
Professional Development & Training
Required Kansas State trainings (Case Management, Parent Support, Wraparound Facilitation)
Ongoing continuing education and in-service training
Access to Relias Learning for skill-building in mental health and treatment methods
Annual professional development planning with your supervisor
Why You’ll Love Working at Prairie View
We take care of those who take care of others. Full-time team members enjoy a competitive benefits package, including:
Health & Wellness
Blue Cross Blue Shield Medical Insurance
Delta Dental & Vision Coverage
Employee Assistance Program
HSA with Employer Contributions
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Financial Security
401(k) with Employer Match
Paid Life & Disability Insurance
Work-Life Balance
Generous PTO Accrual
Bereavement Leave
This Role Is Perfect For Someone Who Is:
Empathetic but emotionally grounded
Organized and dependable
Comfortable working with high-need families
Passionate about child mental health and advocacy
Able to balance compassion with structure and boundaries