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The University of Kansas Hospital

Academic medical center; Level I trauma

PRN Behavioral Health Therapist

Mental & Behavioral HealthConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeOverland Park, KS, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A master's degree from an accredited university in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or Marriage and Family Therapy is required.
  • At least one year of related experience is required.
  • One of the following credentials is required: Licensed Psychologist (LP), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or master's-level licensure with the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board as an LPC, LMSW, LMFT, or Licensed Master's Level Psychologist (LMLP).
  • Fluent English reading, writing, and speaking skills are required.
  • Strong verbal and writing skills are required.
  • Computer literacy and high knowledge of various computer software programs are required.
  • The ability to engage clients and families is required.
  • The role requires performing the professional, clinical, and/or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.

Responsibilities

  • Assess patients' problems by collecting and evaluating a detailed biopsychosocial history and consulting with the multidisciplinary team and patient or family throughout hospitalization.
  • Develop patient treatment plans by establishing treatment goals and objectives with the patient or family and consulting with the multidisciplinary treatment team.
  • Facilitate implementation of treatment plans using appropriate treatment methodologies.
  • Schedule and complete individual, group, and/or family therapy daily, and monitor patients' progress toward treatment goals.
  • Ensure quality patient service by enforcing rules, regulations, and legal requirements, and by documenting significant events and clinical interactions confidentially and on time in the electronic health record.
  • Establish working relationships with sponsoring, advisory, and related service agencies.
  • Promote the health system by ensuring understanding of available program services and publicizing activities and accomplishments.
  • Provide a clinical experience for interns by negotiating learning objectives, supervising practice and caseload management, teaching theory and its application, evaluating skills and personal and professional growth, and ensuring identification with the profession.
  • Maintain current licensure and practice within its scope.
  • Maintain knowledge and competence for the position by participating in workshops, reviewing professional publications, and establishing personal networks.
  • Accept responsibility and accountability for achieving optimal outcomes within the scope of practice.
  • Follow policies, procedures, and standards; adhere to a professional code of ethics; and assume responsibility for position-related risk and safety issues.

Desired Qualifications

  • Master's-level addiction licensure with the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board as a Licensed Master's Addiction Counselor or Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LMAC or LCAC).
  • Clinical licensure as an LCPC, LSCSW, LCMFT, or LCP.

About the Company

The University of Kansas Hospital

Academic medical center; Level I trauma

The University of Kansas Health System is a non-profit academic medical center with locations in Kansas City, Topeka, Great Bend, and Lawrence. It delivers comprehensive medical services—from primary care to highly specialized treatments—through the largest physician practice in Kansas, covering more than 200 medical specialties. As an academic medical center, it combines patient care with research and education, and it operates the only nationally verified Level I Trauma Center in the area. Care is coordinated across its hospitals, clinics, and affiliated providers, with revenue generated from patient services, research grants, and educational programs. The system distinguishes itself by its large, integrated physician network, broad range of specialties, and its role in research and training, all aimed at improving health outcomes in Kansas and the surrounding region.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Kansas City, KS
Founded
1998

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