CVS Health·Topeka, Kansas
The specialist provides care management services and evidence-based short-term psychotherapy to patients with behavioral health needs, acting as a key resource for Care Teams across primary clinics. Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, coordinating behavioral healthcare, making referrals, and collaborating with psychiatric consultants on care plans.
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Behavioral Health Specialist - Requires LSCSW, LCPC or LMFT
Company: Oak Street Health
Location: 700 Nebraska Ave, Kansas City, KS 66101
OR: 4019 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS 66604
Hybrid - 3 days onsite and 2 days remote
Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm
Sign On Bonus: $5,000
The purpose of a Behavioral Health Specialist at Oak Street Health is to provide care management services and to provide evidence-based short-term psychotherapy to our patients with behavioral health needs.
The Behavioral Health Specialist is a key resource for Care Teams across a region of Oak Street Health primary clinics.
They are responsible for coordinating and supporting behavioral healthcare for our patients, in collaboration with Care Teams and a psychiatric consultant.
The Behavioral Health Specialist will assess the needs of patients, make referrals to appropriate behavioral health resources and specialists, and provide short-term counseling and evidence-based treatments as indicated.
This role has the potential option for remote work days based upon achievement and maintenance of program metrics.
What are we looking for?
• Proficient PC skills
Anticipated Weekly Hours: 40
Time Type: Full time
$54,095.00 - $129,615.00
This pay range represents the base hourly rate or base annual full-time salary for all positions in the job grade within which this position falls. The actual base salary offer will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education, geography and other relevant factors. This position is eligible for a CVS Health bonus, commission or short-term incentive program in addition to the base pay range listed above.
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Great benefits for great people
We take pride in offering a comprehensive and competitive mix of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to our colleagues and their families.
This full‑time position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the physical, emotional, and financial well‑being of colleagues and their families. The benefits for this position include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources, based on eligibility.
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09/28/2026
Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state and local laws.
Candidates must possess a Master’s Degree in a mental health counseling field and hold the highest level of clinical license (LSCSW, LCPC, or LMFT). Required experience includes screening, assessment, and treatment planning for common mental health and substance use disorders, along with familiarity with brief intervention techniques.
Market context
In Kansas, behavioral health specialist openings often draw candidates with advanced clinical training and an active LSCSW, LCPC, or LMFT license. This role is competitive because employers typically want experience screening, assessing, and building treatment plans for mental health and substance use disorders, plus a master’s degree in a counseling field. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly confirm licensure fit, then compare your direct experience with treatment planning before applying.