Residential Therapist

KVC Missouri Niles Residential & Academy
Location: Kansas City, MO
Salary: $56,000-$64,000 annually, dependent on education and experience

Including potential to earn up to $18,000 in incentives*

Job Summary

Our therapists provide trauma-informed case management and therapy to children and adolescents who are enrolled in residential and/or acute programs. In the role of a Residential Therapist, they engage closely with hospital liaisons, schools, mental health centers, and the community to address the individualized needs of each client on their caseload through collaborative endeavors.

Work Schedule & Case Load:

• This position offers a highly flexible, Monday-Friday work schedule. Most sessions will occur core business hours. We do require some evening availability for working parents*
• This position carries a case load of 10-11 children*

In this role you’ll enjoy benefits such as:

• Company Paid Liability Insurance
  Enjoy peace of mind with your liability insurance fully covered by the company.
• Company Paid Clinical Supervision and Mentorship
  Grow professionally with access to clinical supervision, guidance, and mentorship at no cost to you.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  Access a range of services, including work/life support, behavioral health, and wellness services to enhance your well-being.
• Medical Insurance and Vision Plan
  Comprehensive health coverage, including a vision plan, to keep you and your family healthy and cared for.
• Company Paid Dental
  Maintain your dental health with company-paid dental coverage.
• Matching 403(B) Retirement Program
  Invest in your future with our generous 403(B) retirement program, complete with matching contributions.
• Paid Parental Leave
  Celebrate important family moments with paid parental leave, ensuring you have time for what matters most.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Plans
  Protect yourself and your family with disability plans that provide financial security during unexpected events.
• Tuition Reimbursement
  Further your education and career with our tuition reimbursement program.
• Eligibility for Public Student Loan Forgiveness
  Take advantage of opportunities for student loan forgiveness through our eligibility program.

Education: Master’s degree in Social Work or Counseling

Licensure/Certification: LMSW, LCSW, PLPC OR LPC

Qualifications:

• Knowledge of clinical theory, therapy, and systems.
• Requires analytical ability necessary to handle moderately complex administrative details such as preparing nonrecurring reports.
• Independent judgment is required to plan, prioritize and organize a diversified workload with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Word and email applications
• Must be able to work productively and respectfully with individuals and families from diverse cultural backgrounds.

About KVC

KVC Missouri is a nonprofit child placing and behavioral health agency with a long legacy of compassionately serving children and families. It includes KVC Niles in Kansas City which offers day treatment (K-12 school) and psychiatric residential treatment.

KVC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

See more career opportunities, learn about our benefits, and discover what it’s like to work at KVC at www.kvc.org/careers.