PRN - Licensed Qualified Mental Health Professional (LMSW, LCSW, LPC) - Inpatient Behavioral Health (NKC)
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PRN - Licensed Qualified Mental Health Professional (LMSW, LCSW, LPC) - Inpatient Behavioral Health (NKC)
101 Truman Medical Center
Job Location
UH Behavioral Health
Kansas City, Missouri
Department
NKCH Behavioral Health
Position Type
Part time
Work Schedule
7:00AM - 3:30PM
Hours Per Week
4
Job Description
This position is in North Kansas City
The Licensed or License-Eligible QMHP provides advanced clinical and leadership support while delivering mental health services to individuals and groups. This role provides crisis intervention, risk assessments, diagnostic impressions, short-term stabilization, therapy, and discharge planning. The QMHP develops individualized treatment strategies and collaborates with internal and external providers to meet the needs of a diverse patient population.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide individual and group mental health treatment using evidence-based and clinically appropriate approaches.
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Conduct crisis interventions, risk assessments, and diagnostic impressions utilizing DSM guidelines.
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Provide short-term stabilization services and coordinate discharge planning and follow-up care.
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Develop treatment strategies based on patient needs and established clinical standards.
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Serve as a clinical resource and provide leadership and support to team members.
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and internal and external treatment providers.
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Maintain accurate, timely, and professional documentation.
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Promote quality improvement, patient safety, cultural diversity, and compliance with organizational standards.
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Maintain current clinical knowledge and participate in required training and professional development.
Minimum Requirements
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Master’s degree from an accredited program in counseling, psychology, social work, family therapy, or a closely related field.
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Current Missouri LCSW, LPC, or LMFT ; or PLPC, LMSW, or PLMFT actively pursuing clinical licensure under approved supervision.
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License-eligible candidates must agree to pursue clinical licensure and maintain required documentation and supervision throughout the process.
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Knowledge of psychiatric terminology, diagnosis, mental health assessment, and treatment.
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Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
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Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
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Ability to exercise independent judgment and adapt to a changing work environment.
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Completion of required orientation and training within established timelines.
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Must meet Fleet Driving Safety and Compliance Policy requirements if driving is required.
Join Our Team
If you're passionate about mental health care, enjoy making a meaningful difference in people's lives, and are ready to take on a clinical leadership role, we encourage you to apply and join our team.