Mental Health Therapist Counselor

The Center for Counseling & Consultation; Great Bend (KS); On-site; USD 66,000 - 71,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Center for Counseling & Consultation in Kansas is seeking a licensed therapist to provide individual, family, and group therapy across our communities. You will conduct comprehensive assessments, deliver crisis intervention, and develop personalized treatment plans within a collaborative clinical team.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field, Kansas licensure or eligibility, and a commitment to HIPAA-compliant documentation and ongoing professional growth.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in clinical psychology, social work, counseling, or related field.
• Licensed or license-eligible in Kansas.
• Valid Kansas driver's license with a favorable driving record.
• Background free of abuse or neglect.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy as assigned.
• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments and screenings.
• Deliver crisis intervention services as needed.
• Develop and maintain individualized treatment plans.
• Complete progress notes, documentation, and utilization reviews on time.
• Participate in weekly clinical meetings and collaborate with the team.
• Maintain compliance with regulatory, ethical, and licensing requirements.
• Engage in continuing education (CEUs) and professional development.
• Maintain active licensure in Kansas.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong clinical judgment

Therapeutic relationship

Excellent communication

Documentation accuracy

Education

Master's degree in related field

Job description

About the Role

As a Therapist at The Center, you play a vital role in providing compassionate, high-quality mental health care to individuals and families across our communities. This position is responsible for delivering comprehensive assessment and treatment services for individuals or couples experiencing a range of mental health concerns. Through evidence-based practices, collaboration, and a strong therapeutic alliance, you will help clients navigate challenges, build resilience, and move toward meaningful, lasting change.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy based on assigned caseload, credentials, and areas of specialization
• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments, including intakes, PASRR screens, and psychological evaluations as appropriate
• Deliver crisis intervention services as needed during sessions or walk-in situations
• Develop and maintain individualized treatment plans
• Complete progress notes, documentation, and utilization reviews accurately and within required timeframes
• Participate in weekly clinical meetings and collaborate with the clinical team
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory, ethical, and licensing requirements
• Engage in ongoing professional development and obtain required continuing education (CEUs)
• Maintain active licensure in the state of Kansas
• Perform additional duties as assigned

RequirementsMinimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, Marriage and Family Therapy, or related field
• Licensed (or license-eligible) in the state of Kansas
• Valid Kansas driver's license with a favorable driving record
• Background free of issues related to abuse or neglect

Preferred Qualifications

• Clinical-level licensure (e.g., LCPC, LCSW, LMFT)
• Experience providing mental health and/or substance use treatment services
• Bilingual (Spanish preferred)
• Additional certifications relevant to therapeutic services

Core Competencies

• Strong clinical judgment and assessment skills
• Ability to build and maintain therapeutic relationships with diverse populations
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong time management and organizational skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy in documentation
• Commitment to confidentiality and ethical practice (HIPAA compliance)
• Ability to follow clinical protocols and evidence-based practices

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,500.00 - $70,500.00 per year

Work Location: In person