Job Description

A career with Johnson County Government is more than just a job, it is an opportunity to serve a diverse and expanding community in meaningful ways. We challenge ourselves to be a different kind of government because we care deeply about our community and each other. Committed to our shared values, we provide excellent public service, seeking always to improve ourselves and our organization. We offer wonderful benefits, retirement plans, wellness incentives, a great organizational culture, and much more! If you’re searching for something more than just a job, something akin to a calling, then consider the challenge and opportunity of being a member of Johnson County Government!

Johnson County Mental Health Center (JCMHC) provides hope and promotes recovery through the Strengths Perspective by treating people with dignity and respect and starting with people’s strengths in mind. We believe everyone has a story, every individual has value, and people strive for success. It is important for the qualified candidate to reflect these values and understand each characteristic within the nature of mental health crisis work.

We are currently seeking a compassionate licensed Clinician for the Health Integration Services Team (HIT). Health Integration Services supports adults and children who are not currently connected to a full array of mental health services, helping bridge gaps and improve access to timely, effective services. This position plays a vital role in ensuring clients receive the right care at the right time by coordinating follow-up appointments for clients recently hospitalized, seen in an emergency department, or discharged from substance use treatment. When clients are unable to connect with their established treatment team, this role provides meaningful follow- up support either in the office or in the client’s home. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams across the agency, this position helps support clients across the lifespan. This position will also conduct clinical assessments, engage clients in safety planning, provide timely clinical intervention during crisis situations and offer follow-up care to promote stability and continuity of services. This is an excellent opportunity for a clinician who enjoys variety, flexibility, teamwork, care coordination and who wants to make a direct, positive impact during some of the most critical moments in a client’s recovery journey. First review of applications will be May 26th, 2026.

Responsibilities for this clinician position include:

• Conducts clinical assessments as a part of the diagnostic process and provides coordination after clients receive a higher level of care; identifies individual needs and diagnoses substance use and/or mental health disorders; assesses individual risk for suicide and other safety related concerns; assists clients in developing crisis management safety planning as a prevention tool; and communicates relevant information to individuals, families, and other stakeholders.
• Develops treatment plans to address the therapeutic needs of individuals; collaborates with JCMHC teams and other community partners.
• Provides therapy and other clinical services for a designated caseload of individuals with complex or ongoing needs primarily utilizing strengths-based, solution-focused models.
• Completes clinical documentation regarding services provided; evaluates and documents individuals' progress according to measurable goals; reviews and approves documentation and plans of care developed by other staff to ensure services are consistent with the level of care required for each individual's needs.
• Collaborates effectively to provide clinical support and interventions for mental health staff across the agency, which may include seeing clients in the community.

Johnson County has implemented a skill-based pay plan of up to $4200 annually for staff who have obtained licensure by the BSRB at the Clinical Level.

Job Requirements

Minimum Job Requirements:

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or other Human Services field and Kansas Behavioral Sciences licensure* at the master’s level in the area of focus are required. Requires a KS/MO driver’s license, depending on department or agency.

*Applicants who meet Kansas licensure requirements may be considered if Kansas licensure is obtained by time of an employment offer and licensure is pending confirmation at the time of employment application.

Johnson County Government requires reference/background screening for all positions. Specified criteria may vary by Department/Agency.

Preferred Job Requirements:

Kansas Behavioral Sciences license at the clinical level and one year of experience in the area of focus is preferred.

Physical, Environmental, and Special Working Conditions:

All County employees may be called upon to assist other departments in a declared emergency situation.