Careers
The Iroquois Center for Human Development succeeds due to our team of dedicated professionals. Achieving our mission requires many individuals working collaboratively to provide the life-changing support our clients need. We value our employees and promote a positive work-life balance that respects your needs outside of the office.Kansas Frontier Behavioral Health Integration Collaborative (FBHIC)
ICHD has been awarded approximately $1.7 million through the Kansas Rural Health Transformation Program to launch the Kansas Frontier Behavioral Health Integration Collaborative (FBHIC), a regional partnership with five hospital partners serving Clark, Comanche, Edwards, and Kiowa counties. We are now recruiting for the founding team that will bring this initiative to life. All positions are full time and based in Greensburg, Kansas, with regional travel required.Project Manager
The Project Manager is the central operational lead for the FBHIC regional partnership, responsible for day-to-day coordination across all five hospital partner sites, partner communication, fiscal compliance, and grant reporting. This is a full-time, grant-funded position reporting to the Executive Director. Salary: $80,000 annually. Key Responsibilities:- Serve as the primary operational lead for the FBHIC partnership, managing day-to-day project activities across all five hospital partner sites
- Facilitate communication and coordination among all project partners and serve as liaison to consultants, legal counsel, the external evaluator, and state program staff
- Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and supervision of FBHIC project staff
- Monitor project milestones and deliverables and ensure implementation aligns with the approved workplan and timeline
- Maintain compliant fiscal management of the FBHIC grant in accordance with Kansas RHTP requirements and 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance
- Prepare and submit progress reports, financial reports, and required documentation to KDHE and key project stakeholders
- Bachelor’s degree in public health, healthcare administration, behavioral health, social work, nursing, business administration, or a related field required; master’s degree preferred
- Minimum of three years of experience in project management, program coordination, or a related role; experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or rural health settings strongly preferred
- Demonstrated experience managing grant-funded programs and maintaining compliance with federal or state funding requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare professional reports and present to diverse audiences
- Valid Kansas driver’s license and reliable transportation; regional travel required
Care Coordination Lead
The Care Coordination Lead is the clinical and programmatic backbone of the FBHIC partnership’s care coordination infrastructure, responsible for identifying, developing, piloting, and documenting comprehensive care coordination pathways that connect primary care, emergency medicine, behavioral health providers, and community health workers across all five partner hospital sites. This is a full-time, grant-funded position reporting to the Project Manager. Salary: $60,000 to $75,000 annually. Key Responsibilities:- Develop, pilot, test, and document care coordination pathways connecting primary care, emergency departments, behavioral health providers, and community health workers across all FBHIC partner hospitals
- Design referral pathways and discharge follow-up protocols to ensure patients with behavioral health or substance use concerns receive timely follow-up care
- Serve as the primary programmatic liaison between ICHD clinical staff and hospital partner teams
- Support the pilot integration of behavioral health services into primary care, emergency department, outpatient, and specialty settings at partner hospitals
- Work closely with the Data and Reporting Specialist to define care coordination data collection requirements and contribute to shared performance dashboards
- Provide technical assistance to partner hospital staff on care coordination best practices and behavioral health integration workflows
- Bachelor of Social Work (BSW), Master of Social Work (MSW), or Registered Nurse (RN) required; MSW or RN with care coordination experience strongly preferred
- Minimum of two years of experience in care coordination, case management, care navigation, or a closely related clinical or programmatic role
- Experience working in or with healthcare settings, including hospitals, primary care, emergency medicine, or integrated care environments
- Demonstrated ability to develop and document clinical workflows, referral processes, or care protocols
- Valid Kansas driver’s license and reliable transportation; regional travel across Clark, Comanche, Edwards, and Kiowa counties required
Crisis Case Manager (3 Positions Available)
The Crisis Case Manager provides crisis intervention, stabilization support, and community-based case management services to adults experiencing acute behavioral health crises and those in the period immediately following a crisis episode. This position works across community settings, ICHD facilities, emergency departments, and other points of contact to deliver timely, trauma-informed, recovery-oriented care. Three full-time positions are available. This position is funded through the Kansas Rural Health Transformation Program as part of the FBHIC and reports to the CSS Director. Salary: $55,000 annually. Key Responsibilities:- Respond to behavioral health crisis situations in the community, at ICHD facilities, and in coordination with emergency departments, law enforcement, and first responders
- Provide direct crisis intervention services including de-escalation, safety assessment, safety planning, and coordination of appropriate level of care
- Conduct risk assessments for individuals presenting with suicidal ideation, self-harm, psychiatric decompensation, or acute substance use crises and facilitate appropriate dispositions
- Carry an assigned caseload of individuals in the stabilization period following a crisis, providing follow-up outreach, service coordination, and support
- Collaborate with FBHIC partner hospitals and emergency departments to facilitate timely behavioral health crisis response, warm handoffs, and coordinated follow-up care
- Complete all service documentation accurately and within required timeframes in accordance with CCBHC certification requirements and ICHD policy
- Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services, or a related field required; master’s degree preferred
- Experience in crisis intervention, behavioral health case management, or a related direct-service role preferred
- Familiarity with crisis response models, de-escalation techniques, and mental health first aid principles
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport quickly with individuals in acute distress
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn electronic health record systems
- Valid Kansas driver’s license and reliable personal transportation required
Community Health Worker (2 Positions Available)
The Community Health Worker (CHW) is a full-time, field-based position serving as a trusted bridge between patients and the healthcare system across Clark, Comanche, Edwards, and Kiowa counties. Two positions are available. These positions are funded through ICHD’s negotiated Prospective Payment System (PPS) rate and are designed to be sustainable beyond the initial grant period. This position reports to the Care Coordination Lead. Salary: $55,000 to $65,000 annually. Key Responsibilities:- Provide reliable transportation for patients to and from appointments at FBHIC partner hospitals, ICHD clinical sites, and other healthcare and community service locations across the four-county region
- Assist eligible individuals with Medicaid and Medicare benefit enrollment, including gathering required documentation, completing applications, and following up on enrollment status
- Conduct post-discharge outreach and follow-up for high-risk patients transitioning from hospital care back to home or community settings
- Connect patients to community resources including food assistance, housing support, utility assistance, and other social services that affect health outcomes
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with patients, families, and community members across the four-county service area
- Document all patient interactions, referrals, transportation activities, and follow-up accurately in ICHD’s electronic health record system
- High school diploma or GED required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in social work, human services, public health, or a related field preferred
- Current Kansas Community Health Worker (CHW) certification, or willingness and ability to obtain certification within the first six months of employment
- Demonstrated ability to build trusting relationships with individuals from diverse backgrounds, including those experiencing poverty, behavioral health challenges, chronic illness, or social isolation
- Valid Kansas driver’s license, clean driving record, and ability to operate ICHD vehicles safely across a large rural geographic area; extensive daily driving required
- Basic computer skills and ability to learn and use electronic health record systems
Additional Open Positions
CSS Case Manager
The CSS Case Manager provides community-based behavioral health support services to adults living with serious mental illness, co-occurring disorders, and other behavioral health challenges. Working primarily in community settings such as client homes, community locations, and ICHD facilities, this position delivers Targeted Case Management (TCM) and Community Psychiatric Support and Treatment (CPST) designed to promote recovery, stability, and quality of life. The CSS Case Manager operates under the supervision of the CSS Director and collaborates closely with licensed clinicians, peer support workers, and other members of the care team.
Key Responsibilities:- Carry an assigned caseload of adults receiving community support services under the CCBHC program, typically ranging from 15 to 25 individuals based on acuity and level of need
- Deliver Targeted Case Management (TCM) and Community Psychiatric Support and Treatment (CPST) services in accordance with Kansas Medicaid service definitions, CCBHC certification requirements, and CMHC licensing standards
- Develop and regularly review person-centered service plans in collaboration with clients, natural supports, and the clinical team
- Provide skills training and individualized support targeting daily living, coping strategies, symptom management, medication adherence, and community integration
- Coordinate services across behavioral health, primary care, housing, substance use treatment, vocational services, and other community systems to ensure integrated and continuous support
- Support clients in navigating community resources including housing, transportation, benefits, employment, and social services
- Recognize signs of psychiatric decompensation or crisis and respond according to ICHD crisis protocols, including coordination with the crisis team as appropriate
- Complete all service documentation in ICHD’s electronic health record system accurately and within required timeframes
- High school diploma or equivalent required; associate’s or bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, human services, or a related field strongly preferred
- Experience working with adults with serious mental illness, co-occurring disorders, or complex behavioral health needs preferred
- Familiarity with community-based service delivery models, Medicaid-funded services, or CCBHC programs is an asset
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport and maintain therapeutic boundaries with individuals in varied community settings
- Excellent organizational and documentation skills with the ability to manage a caseload and meet required timelines
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and ability to learn electronic health record systems
- Valid Kansas driver’s license and reliable personal transportation required
Transitional
The Transitional program is designed as a step between higher levels of care and independent living, for persons struggling with severe and persistent mental health symptoms. It is widely known across the state of Kansas, and we are proud of the lives that our staff have impacted through this program! We provide 24/7 staffing for individuals residing in this program, and our staff teach skills needed to return to community based independent living.
This position provides one-on-one support and/or supervision to patients with severe and persistent mental illnesses in the activities of daily living or in maintaining daily routines critical to a stable lifestyle. Provide training in daily living skills to improve self-help that impact living in the community. Monitor progress toward meeting treatment plan goals. Provide support and supervision during patient crises. This position provides exceptional care that results in a meaningful difference. It follows the values of humility, optimism, and a strong work ethic. Minimum Qualifications:- High School diploma or GED.
- Must have the ability to communicate positively and effectively with others, work independently as well as be a productive part of a team.
- Must have a dependable vehicle and valid driver’s license.
- Must provide proof of insurance.
- Must pass criminal background and driver’s license check to the satisfaction of ICHD.
Maintenance Support Worker (Part-Time)
The Iroquois Center for Human Development is looking for a Part-Time Maintenance Support Worker to join our team!
- 20-25 hours per week
- Starting pay: $18.00/hour
If you’re dependable, enjoy hands-on work, and want to make a difference in your community, we’d love to hear from you!
Please email your resume to brandonbrown@irqcenter.com or call 620-723-2272.Application Process
- Download a copy of our application here and complete it.
- Email your application, resume and cover letter to michelemorehead@irqcenter.com. Please make sure to include the position you are applying for in the subject line.
- You may also pick up an application at the office if that is your preference.