Behavioral Health Consultant - Fetal Health Center

Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team At Childrens Mercy we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital for eleven consecutive years.

Childrens Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City a metro abounding in cultural experiences vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in childrens health we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital.

The Integrated Behavioral Health Provider (IBHP) is focused on improving the health and wellbeing of children in our community through integrated behavioral health in the primary care setting. The IBHP partners with clinic providers to identify and intervene in mental health needs of patients served in primary care. The IBHP focuses on prevention and early intervention for behavioral health and mental health concerns during a primary care clinic visit. When mental health needs or potential mental health needs are identified the IBHP is available to provide immediate assessment and targeted treatments to mitigate negative symptoms. Short-term behavioral health follow up may also be provided.

At Childrens Mercy we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve as well as our core values of kindness curiosity inclusion team and integrity.

Additionally its important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve as well as the Childrens Mercy staff we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles mumps rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus diphtheria acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

• Integrated Behavioral Health Service Provision and Clinical Practice.
• Collaboration with Interdisciplinary Team.
• Demonstrate active involvement and leadership within the team department and hospital by regular attendance at meetings and educational opportunities serving as a consultant for other members of the department and hospital participation on committees and responding to hospital and/or community requests for educational programs.

• Masters Degree Social Work or Counseling and 3-5 years experience (1 year experience acceptable if incumbent holds a clinical license).
• One of the following: Licensed Masters Social Worker KS Licensed Clinical Social Worker Specialist KS KS Licensed Professional Counselor KS Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor required upon hire
• One of the following: Licensed Masters Social Worker MO Licensed Clinical Social Worker MO MO Licensed Professional Counselor required upon hire
• Employees must obtain Licensed Masters Social Worker KS or equivalent within 90 days
• LMSW MO Licensed Masters Social Worker MO If you are hired to work in Missouri you need to have Missouri License (LMSW/LCSW) or (LCP) upon hire. Within 90 days you must also obtain a Kansas License. Candidates licensed with a master level social work license must be engaged in clinical supervision.
• LMSW KS Licensed Masters Social Worker KS If you are hired to work in Kansas you need to have Kansas License (LMSW/LSCSW) or (LCPC) upon hire. Within 90 days you must also obtain a Missouri License. Candidates licensed with a master level social work license must be engaged in clinical supervision.
• LCSW MO Licensed Clinical Social Worker MO If you are hired to work in Missouri you need to have Missouri License (LMSW/LCSW) or (LCP) upon hire. Within 90 days you must also obtain a Kansas License. OR Required Upon Hire
• LSCSW KS Licensed Clinical Social Worker Specialist KS If you are hired to work in Kansas you need to have Kansas License (LMSW/LSCSW) or (LCPC) upon hire. Within 90 days you must also obtain a Missouri License. OR Required Upon Hire
• KS LCPC KS Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor If you are hired to work in Kansas you need to have Kansas License (LMSW/LSCSW) or (LCPC) upon hire. Within 90 days you must also obtain a Missouri License. OR Required Upon Hire
• MO LPC MO Licensed Professional Counselor If you are hired to work in Missouri you need to have Missouri License (LMSW/LCSW) or (LCP) upon hire. Within 90 days you must also obtain a Kansas License. OR Required Upon Hire

The benefits plans at Childrens Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.

Our pay ranges are market competitive. The pay range for this job begins at $29.66/hr but your offer will be determined based on your education and experience.

This position is not eligible to work remotely which means that the person hired will be required to work onsite at one of our Childrens Mercy locations and may not work from home.

Childrens Mercy hires individuals based on their job skills expertise and ability to maintain professional relationships with fellow employees patients parents and visitors. A personal interview formal education and training previous work experience references and a criminal background investigation all are factors used to select the best candidates. The hospital does not discriminate against prospective or current employees based on the race color religion sex national origin age disability creed genetic information sexual orientation gender identity or expression ancestry or veteran status. A drug screen will be performed upon hire. Childrens Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.