Behavioral Health Clinic Nurse (LPN)
Konza Prairie Community Health Center·Junction City, Kansas
Konza Prairie Community Health Center·Junction City, Kansas
The nurse provides direct patient care and coordinates treatment for individuals receiving behavioral health and substance use disorder services. They work within an integrated care team to improve patient outcomes through a whole-person care approach.
Description Konza Prairie Community Health Center is seeking a compassionate and motivated Behavioral Health Nurse (LPN) to join our integrated care team. This position plays a vital role in supporting patients receiving behavioral health and substance use disorder services by providing direct patient care, coordinating treatment, and partnering closely with providers to improve patient outcomes.
As a Behavioral Health Nurse, you'll work in a collaborative environment where medical and behavioral health services come together to provide whole-person care. This position offers the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with patients while making a lasting impact in the communities we serve.
Why Join Konza? Mission-Driven Work - Provide care to all patients—regardless of ability to pay—while making a real impact in your community Team-Based Care - Work alongside providers, nurses, and behavioral health teams in an integrated care model Work-Life Balance - No nights or weekends + clinics close at 2:00 PM every Friday Pay & Benefits Up to 200 hours (5 weeks) of PTO per year 9 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday 403(b) retirement plan with employer match Medical, dental, and vision insurance Employer-paid life insurance & short-term disability Employee discounts on medical, dental, and pharmacy services
Current, unrestricted Kansas Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license. Current BLS certification for Healthcare Providers. Current immunization record meeting ACIP Healthcare Worker recommendations. Excellent communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills. Ability to remain calm and effective in fast-paced or emergency situations.
5 or more years of nursing experience in Family Practice, Behavioral Health, or Substance Use Disorder treatment. Experience with medication-assisted treatment (MAT) and behavioral health populations. Bilingual (English/Spanish).
Market context
In Kansas, behavioral health hiring often centers on clinicians who can work across outpatient, school-based, and community settings, with demand strongest for candidates who are license-eligible and comfortable with complex caseloads. These roles are competitive because employers look for a master’s degree, clinical conceptualization skills for eating disorders and dual diagnoses, and readiness to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm licensure steps and highlight any direct experience with co-occurring conditions in your application.
