Swope Health·Kansas City, Missouri
The therapist provides comprehensive behavioral health services to adults and families, including performing psychosocial assessments and conducting individual, family, and group counseling. They are also responsible for maintaining accurate clinical documentation and collaborating with other providers to meet client needs.
Swope Health is seeking a compassionate and mission-driven Outpatient Adult Therapist for our Behavioral health department, you will be apart of a team of caregivers to provide care for the people who need it the mos. Our Therapist is responsible for providing therapy services to adults 18 years of age and their families. The Therapist performs psychosocial assessments to address behavioral and mental health symptoms. If you have a passion for service and want a position that give you an opportunity to improve the lives of others, this role is for you.
Perform intake assessments, 6 month assessments, and annuals. Which include the completion of the initial intake assessments, mental status assessments, medical assessments, and C-Trac form.
Completion of chart documentation reviews that include the Psychosocial History, Treatment Planning, Chart Progress Notes, Quarterly Reviews, and Discharge Summaries.
Perform individual, family and group counseling utilizing approved treatment approaches as sanctioned by the Swope Behavioral Health Department.
Collabrate with other providers and/or programs to the best meets clients needs.
Accurately report billing documentation consistent with the requirements of the particular payer or contract, i.e. Missouri Department of Mental Health, Missouri Department of Social Services, private insurance, Manage Care contract, Mental Health Levy, etc.
Meet expected productivity standards.
Participate in Continuous Performance Improvement activities as required by the Corporation.
Must possess and demonstrate expertise in the area of diagnostic formulation as it relates to the most current DSM.
Available to assist in mental health crisis situations if the need arises.
Must complete Patient Safety Training curriculum.
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 (LMSW).
At least two (2) years of counseling experience.
Applicants should be comfortable with providing telehealth services.
Working knowledge of the DSM- 5 and the ability to assess mental health disorders
Proficiency in teletherapy platforms and technology
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.
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.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, or Counseling and possess a valid Missouri license (LPC, LCSW, PLPC, or LMSW). A minimum of two years of counseling experience and proficiency in teletherapy platforms are required.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Missouri often draw steady demand, especially for licensed counselors who can support adults, children, and adolescents across varied care settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically want fully licensed LPCs with broad population experience, and benefits such as health, dental, vision, parental leave, and flexible schedules can influence candidate interest. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your Missouri LPC status and highlight direct experience with all three age groups in your application.
