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University Health (Kansas City) · Kansas City, MO

Mental Health Therapist- Adult Therapist- Crossroads Counseling (8:00am- 5:00pm)

TypeFull time
Schedule40 hrs/wk · Days
EducationMaster's
PostedSep 11
✓You’ll need
Licensure
✓The Licensed (or License Eligible) Mental Health Therapist plays a key leadership role within the agency, bringing strong clinical skills and working independently.
✓One of the following Missouri licenses (or working toward it): LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PLPC, LMSW, or PLMFT.
Education
✓A master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, family therapy, or a related field.
Qualifications
✓If not yet licensed, you must agree to begin the process upon hire and follow all required steps under supervision.
✓Knowledge of mental health terms, diagnosis, and treatment approaches.
✓Basic research skills and a solid understanding of mental health theory and practice.
✓Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
✓Good judgment, adaptability, and leadership qualities.
✓Must complete training as assigned during onboarding.
✓If driving is part of your role, you must meet company driving policy standards and maintain them.
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✓You’ll need
Licensure
✓The Licensed (or License Eligible) Mental Health Therapist plays a key leadership role within the agency, bringing strong clinical skills and working independently.
✓One of the following Missouri licenses (or working toward it): LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PLPC, LMSW, or PLMFT.
Education
✓A master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, family therapy, or a related field.
Qualifications
✓If not yet licensed, you must agree to begin the process upon hire and follow all required steps under supervision.
✓Knowledge of mental health terms, diagnosis, and treatment approaches.
✓Basic research skills and a solid understanding of mental health theory and practice.
✓Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team.
✓Good judgment, adaptability, and leadership qualities.
✓Must complete training as assigned during onboarding.
✓If driving is part of your role, you must meet company driving policy standards and maintain them.
309open roles
35behavioral health roles open in MO
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Full employer posting

If you are a current University Health or University Health Physicians employee and wish to be considered, you must apply via the internal career site. Please log into myWORKDAY to search for positions and apply. Mental Health Therapist- Adult Therapist- Crossroads Counseling (8:00am- 5:00pm) 101 Truman Medical Center Job Location UH Behavioral Health Kansas City, Missouri Department CCBHO On-Site Services Position Type Full time Work Schedule 8:00AM - 4:30PM Hours Per Week 40

The Licensed (or License Eligible) Mental Health Therapist plays a key leadership role within the agency, bringing strong clinical skills and working independently. They provide advanced mental health care through both individual and group therapy, using proven treatment methods tailored to the unique needs of those they serve. Core responsibilities include crisis intervention, risk assessments, diagnostic evaluations (using the DSM), short-term stabilization, and discharge planning.

This role requires creating thoughtful treatment plans for a diverse population, while working closely with both in-house teams and outside providers—all within the framework of the agency’s policies and procedures. Minimum Requirements A master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, family therapy, or a related field. One of the following Missouri licenses (or working toward it): LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PLPC, LMSW, or PLMFT.

If not yet licensed, you must agree to begin the process upon hire and follow all required steps under supervision. Knowledge of mental health terms, diagnosis, and treatment approaches. Basic research skills and a solid understanding of mental health theory and practice.

Strong communication skills and the ability to work well in a team. Good judgment, adaptability, and leadership qualities. Must complete training as assigned during onboarding.

If driving is part of your role, you must meet company driving policy standards and maintain them.

About the role

They provide advanced mental health care through both individual and group therapy, using proven treatment methods tailored to the unique needs of those they serve. Core responsibilities include crisis intervention, risk assessments, diagnostic evaluations (using the DSM), short-term stabilization, and discharge planning. Knowledge of mental health terms, diagnosis, and treatment approaches.