Position Overview: The School-Based Therapist provides comprehensive behavioral health services to children and adolescents within school settings across Clark, Comanche, Edwards, and Kiowa counties. This position delivers individual, family, and group therapy while serving as a key care coordinator between the schools, Iroquois Center for Human Development (a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic – CCBHC), and other community resources. The therapist works collaboratively with school personnel, families, and multidisciplinary treatment teams to support students’ emotional, behavioral, and academic success. This position involves regular travel between multiple school sites in the four-county service area using a company-provided vehicle.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Position Overview: The Iroquois Center for Human Development is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Therapist to provide high-quality mental health services to individuals, families, and groups across the lifespan. The Therapist will utilize evidence-based treatment modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to support clients in achieving their therapeutic goals.

Qualifications:

· Must hold a license from the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board (BSRB) at the intermediate or clinical level.

· Strong preference will be given to clinically licensed applicants.

· Intermediate licensed applicants must agree to pursue their clinical license and complete the process within two years of hire (clinical supervision provided).

· Training in trauma-informed, evidence-based practices such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is preferred. Additional preferred modalities include (list others).

Responsibilities:

· Provide individual, group, and family therapy to clients across the lifespan.

· Utilize CBT and other evidence-based treatment modalities to address a range of mental health concerns.

· Maintain a caseload that allows for 4 to 8 client contacts per day, totaling 5 to 6 hours of clinical work, depending on client acuity and family system needs.

· Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care and treatment planning.

· Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

· Experience working in a CCBHC or CMHC setting.

· Strong understanding of trauma-informed care and evidence-based interventions.

· Ability to work effectively with diverse populations and complex family systems.

· Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Benefits & Support:

· Clinical supervision provided for intermediate licensed therapists pursuing clinical licensure.

· Opportunities for professional development and training in advanced therapeutic modalities.

· Supportive work environment within a community-focused behavioral health clinic.

Employee Benefits for Full-Time Staff

· Health Coverage: BCBS Insurance (Health, Vision & Dental)

· Retirement Plans: KPERS (6% employee contribution, employer contribution varies), optional 403(b) retirement plan

· Supplemental Benefits: Optional AFLAC coverage

· Flexible Spending: Cafeteria Plan for child care, prescriptions, and medical expenses

· Paid Time Off (PTO):

o Vacation: Accrues at 8 hours/month for the first 5 years, increasing to 12 hours/month thereafter (usable after 90 days)

o Sick Leave: Accrues at 10 hours/month (usable after 90 days)

o Holidays: 10 paid holidays annually, including New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving (plus the following Friday), Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, Veterans Day, and Good Friday

· Longevity Raises: 5% increase every 5 years of full-time employment

· Please email Application and Resume to our HR department at michelemorehead@irqcenter.com or call 620-723-2272.

Overview: The Iroquois Center for Human Development (ICHD) is a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) serving Kiowa, Clark, Comanche, and Edwards counties. The Clinical Director is a key member of the executive leadership team responsible for ensuring the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based, person-centered behavioral health services consistent with CCBHC standards and state/federal regulations. This position provides strategic clinical leadership, oversees program implementation and outcomes, and supports staff development to promote a culture of excellence, accountability, and compassionate care.

Key Responsibilities:

· Provide clinical oversight and direction for all treatment programs, including outpatient therapy, community-based services (ACT, CSS, CBS, SUD, etc.), crisis services, and integrated care.

· Ensure compliance with CCBHC standards, SAMHSA requirements, and KDADS/KDHE licensing and documentation guidelines.

· Supervise and support program managers, clinicians, and key staff in implementing evidence-based and recovery-oriented practices.

· Oversee clinical quality and performance improvement processes, including treatment planning, clinical documentation, and outcome tracking.

· Collaborate with the Executive Director and leadership team to align clinical operations with organizational strategy and financial sustainability.

· Support recruitment, onboarding, and supervision of licensed clinical staff and trainees.

· Participate in policy development, grant planning, and interagency coordination.

· Lead clinical crisis response protocols and provide consultation for complex cases.

· Maintain a small direct-service caseload as appropriate to model clinical excellence.

· Foster an organizational culture of teamwork, learning, and trauma-informed care.

Qualifications:

Master’s or Doctoral degree in social work, counseling, psychology, marriage and family therapy, or related behavioral health field.

· Licensure: Current Kansas BSRB license to practice independently (LSCSW, LCP, LMFT, or LCAC).

· Experience: Minimum 10 years of clinical experience providing behavioral health services, with demonstrated expertise in community mental health and integrated care models.

• Minimum 5 years of management or supervisory experience within a behavioral health or CCBHC setting.

· Leadership: Proven ability to lead teams, manage programs, and collaborate with stakeholders.

· Knowledge: Strong understanding of CCBHC principles, including access, quality metrics, evidence-based practices, and cost-based reimbursement.

• Proficiency in clinical documentation, compliance, and EHR utilization.

• Familiarity with Kansas Medicaid, KDADS regulations, and SAMHSA reporting standards.

Why Join Iroquois Center? At Iroquois Center, we are committed to transforming lives through compassionate, accessible, and high-quality behavioral health services. As the Director of Community Support Services, you will play a critical role in shaping care delivery for individuals with complex mental health needs while fostering a supportive, mission-driven work environment.

Employee Benefits for Full-Time Staff

· Health Coverage: BCBS Insurance (Health, Vision & Dental)

· Retirement Plans: KPERS (6% employee contribution, employer contribution varies), optional 403(b) retirement plan

· Supplemental Benefits: Optional AFLAC coverage

· Flexible Spending: Cafeteria Plan for child care, prescriptions, and medical expenses

· Paid Time Off (PTO):

o Vacation: Accrues at 8 hours/month for the first 5 years, increasing to 12 hours/month thereafter (usable after 90 days)

o Sick Leave: Accrues at 10 hours/month (usable after 90 days)

o Holidays: 10 paid holidays annually, including New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving (plus the following Friday), Christmas Eve & Christmas Day, Veterans Day, and Good Friday

· Longevity Raises: 5% increase every 5 years of full-time employment

· Please email Application and Resume to our HR department at michelemorehead@irqcenter.com or call 620-723-2272.

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 follow 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.