Sedgwick County·Wichita, Kansas
Provide goal-directed, patient-centered individual and group therapy to adults with mental health and substance use disorders. Responsible for conducting intakes, developing treatment plans, and maintaining timely clinical documentation according to CCBHC guidelines.
Individual and group therapy using identified and accepted methods to remediate symptoms of mental illness and/or substance use treatment to improve emotional and functional well-being Intake/assessment to include history, presenting problems and diagnoses using DSM-V criteria Conduct risk assessments as needed to address safety of patients Initiates outreach to increase engagement
Prepare quality treatment plans in collaboration with patient and/or guardian, additional treatment team and community partners Facilitate treatment plan review, addressing updates and progress on goals with patient, treatment plan coordinator or other members of the treatment team Complete DLA-20 at initial therapy appointment and quarterly thereafter
Complete progress notes in accordance with COMCARE and CCBHC guidelines which meet requirements for medical necessity, goal-directed therapy and patient response to treatment within prescribed timelines Complete Notes for Record, precautions, authorization for release of records, releases of information, safety documents and other documentation as required and/or recommended within established deadlines Enter no show and cancellations for accuracy and completeness of medical record Respond to Utilization Review staff feedback forms and make corrections as needed Enter AIMS data as needed Completes discharge summary when closing to therapy services Completes court reports or treatment summaries within required timelines as set by the entity requesting these documents
Master’s degree or higher. Must be licensed by the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board as an LMSW, LMFT, LMLP, LPC, or LP. In addition, the employee must hold a current Kansas addiction counseling credential (LAC, LMAC, or LCAC). Employees hired with a temporary license must test for permanent licensure within 90 days of hire. Meet the specifications as outlined in the CMHC, CCBHC, and CIC licensing standards and pass KBI, DCF child abuse check, DCF adult abuse registry, KDADS Nurse Aide and Criminal Record check, National Sex Offender Registry check, and Office of Inspector General (OIG) Exclusion Database check. Must complete orientations provided by Sedgwick County and COMCARE.
May be clinically licensed by the Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board as an LCP or LCPC, LCMFT, or LSCSW. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws. Please find more information under the following link. Apply for a Job | Sedgwick County, Kansas
Requires a Master's degree or higher and licensure by the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board (LMSW, LMFT, LMLP, LPC, or LP). Must also hold a current Kansas addiction counseling credential (LAC, LMAC, or LCAC) and pass multiple background checks.
Market context
In Kansas, Substance Use Disorder Clinician roles are typically in steady demand because behavioral health and community care programs need licensed clinicians who can provide assessment, counseling, and coordination. These positions are competitive because they require a master’s degree, one of several Kansas licenses, and multiple background checks, while offering professional development, retirement plans, paid leave, compensation reviews, and health coverage. Before applying, confirm your license status and gather documentation for KBI and DCF registry screening; this platform’s AI-summarized requirements and benefits can help you review the original posting faster.
