Outpatient Clinician I or II

The Guidance Center; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 82,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

KPERS Retirement System

Aflac, Life, Legal Shield, and ID Thef

Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays

Flexible Schedules

Competitive salary

Job summary

The Guidance Center in Kansas offers outpatient clinical services with evening shifts, serving Leavenworth, Atchison, and Jefferson counties. The role emphasizes intake assessment, psychotherapy, and treatment planning in a comprehensive care model.

Requires a Master's degree in Social Work, Clinical Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy, or Professional Counseling, and licensure by the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board by the first day of employment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Clinical Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy or Professional Counseling.
• Licensure by the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board as LMSW/LMLP/LMFT/LPC/LSCSW/LCP/LCPC or LCMFT by start date.
• Preferred: LSCSW, LCP, or LCPC licensure by start date.
• Two-semester master's practicum experience in a clinical setting.
• Minimum two years of clinical services experience (diagnosis, treatment planning, therapy).
• Equal opportunity employer; nondiscrimination statements.

Responsibilities

• Provide intake assessments and initial treatment planning.
• Provide psychotherapy (individual, family, and group) and ongoing treatment planning.
• Provide minimum of four appointment hours per week after 5 pm.
• Work additional hours as needed to complete required work.
• Provide daytime crisis services when needed.
• Ensure clinical services align with guidelines and funding sources.
• Meet productivity and efficiency goals set by TGC.
• Document clinical notes and reports per Quality Improvement standards.
• Organize work to meet performance expectations and center requirements.
• Adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Clinical Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy or Professional Counseling

Job description

Description

The Guidance Center (TGC) is the Community Mental Health Center and Certified Behavioral Health Clinic serving Leavenworth, Atchison, and Jefferson counties in Kansas. We provide high-quality care to all individuals, regardless of their financial circumstances. Joining the team at TGC offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact on the most vulnerable members of our community. At our center, we offer a unique combination of counseling, case management, psychosocial, and medication services, all under one roof. We are deeply committed to our clients and are dedicated to implementing a comprehensive model of care.

Outpatient Clinician I or II

This position is responsible for providing outpatient clinical services to clients served by The Guidance Center. Evenings Required (1+ days per week after 5 p).

Pay and Benefits

• The opportunity to be part of a holistic and supportive team
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• KPERS Retirement System
• Aflac, Life, Legal Shield, and ID Theft Insurance
• Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays
• Flexible Schedules
• Competitive annual salary of $81,769.64 to $94,163.36; depending upon licensure and qualifications.

Primary Duties

• 1.Provide intake assessments and initial treatment planning
• 2.Provide psychotherapy (individual, family, and group) and on-going treatment planning
• 3.Provide minimum of four appointment hours per week after 5 pm
• 4.Work additional hours when needed to complete required work.
• 5.Provide daytime crisis services when needed
• 6.Ensure that all clinical services provided are following clinical guidelines of The Guidance Center and regulatory bodies
• 7. Understand productivity and efficiency goals established by TGC for the position, and achieve same
• 8.Provide documentation (clinical notes, reports, and other professional products) which complies with TGC’s Quality Improvement standards and the requirements of all funding sources.
• 9.Be able to organize work to meet performance expectations and Center requirements
• 10.Adapt to changing work priorities and a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required: Master's degree in Social Work, Clinical Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy or ProfessionalCounseling, and licensure by the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board as a LMSW, LMLP, LMFT,LPC, LSCSW, LCP, LCPC OR LCMFT by the first day of employment.

Preferred: Master’s degree in social work, Clinical Psychology, or Professional Counseling and licensure by the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board as a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW), LCP, or LCPC by the first day of employment.

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE:

Required: Master's degree in Social Work, Clinical Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy or ProfessionalCounseling, and licensure by the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board as a LMSW, LMLP, LMFT,LPC, LSCSW, LCP, LCPC OR LCMFT by the first day of employment.

Preferred: Master’s degree in social work, Clinical Psychology, or Professional Counseling and licensure by the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board as a Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW), LCP, or LCPC by the first day of employment.

EXPERIENCE:

Required:two semester’s master-level practicum experience in a clinical setting providing assessmentand therapy services

Preferred: minimum of two years' experience in providing clinical services, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and therapy services.One year experience with the Kansas system of community-based mental health care and associated evidence-based practices.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.