Qualified Mental Health Professional

Swope Health; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Qualified Mental Health Professional to join their dedicated team. This role involves conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments, developing personalized treatment plans, and providing essential community support for individuals facing serious emotional and mental health challenges. As part of a mission-driven organization, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of children and adults in need, ensuring they receive the holistic care they deserve. Join a collaborative environment that values teamwork and community health, and help champion better health outcomes for all.

Benefits

Medical benefits

Dental and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Company-paid life insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Days Off starting at 12 days annually

Eight annual company-paid holidays

One annual paid personal day

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling required.
• Minimum two years of experience with serious mental illness.

Responsibilities

• Conduct holistic psychosocial assessments and treatment planning.
• Provide community support interventions for clients and families.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Consumer Advocacy

Education

Master's Degree in Psychology

Master's Degree in Social Work

Master's Degree in Counseling

Tools

Health and Human Services Knowledge

Job description

Job Category: Behavioral Health Support Services

Requisition Number: QUALI001878

Posted: March 14, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time, On-site

Locations

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Description

The Qualified Mental Health Professional is responsible for completing holistic psychosocial assessments and treatment planning, community support, and crisis intervention services in the office, client homes, and in the community for children and adults with serious emotional disturbances, serious mental illness, and substance use disorders.

Successful Candidate will have:

• Facilitate an assessment interview that produces sufficient information to identify a BH and or SUD diagnosis, if such is present.
• Assist in the overall implementation of the CPR program and in its continual growth and development.
• Ensure timely completion of initial and annual psycho-social assessments for children, youth and adults participating in the CPR program that integrate physical and mental health concerns and identify strengths and functional challenges using the Daily Living Assessment.
• Develop specific, measurable, and person-centered treatment recommendations and Care Plans in partnership with the treatment team to guide and develop services with individuals served.
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings to provide clinical support and consultation to team members toward the advancement of consumer treatment plan goals and holistic wellness initiatives.
• Provide community support interventions to consumers and families within SHS and the community as needed and indicated by the individual's Care Plan.
• Participate in community stakeholder meetings related to the DFS Level IV, CASSP and System of Care Planning meetings as needed.
• Attend and participate in department meetings as appropriate.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities related to SHS Quality Performance Initiatives.
• Maintain productivity standards as established by the organization.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Qualification

• Master's Degree in either Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling and a license in the State of Missouri. Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), (PLPC) or (LCSW).
• Minimum of Two years of professional working with serious and persistent mental illness (SPMI) with adults and with seriously emotionally disturbed (SEO) children, preferably one year in a community mental health setting.
• Proficient knowledge of health and human services and community resources.

Strong interpersonal skills, excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Strong consumer advocacy skills with an empowerment philosophy.

About Swope Health Services:

Each year, Swope Health serves over 45,000 patients, encompassing more than 200,000 visits in four counties on both sides of the state line. Our team members are proud of the work we do and the promise we've made – delivering coordinated care that values the needs of the whole person and championing better health in our community.

Swope Health is a special place that cares for the people who need it most, wherever they are in the community. As part of our promise to battle health inequities and provide high-quality, comprehensive care, we make care visible. That means we proudly deliver our promise through every action, every day.

Benefits:

• Medical benefits (including a Health Savings Account option), dental and vision
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Company-paid benefits such as life insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Paid Days Off beginning at 12 days annually, effective the first day of employment
• Eight annual company-paid holidays; One annual paid personal day

Swope Health is an affirmative-action, equal-opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.