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Make patient assessments and determining appropriate levels of care Obtain information from providers on outpatient requests for treatment Determine if additional clinical treatment sessions are needed Manage inpatient and outpatient mental health cases throughout the entire treatment plan Administer benefits and review treatment plans Coordinate benefits and transitions between various areas of care Identify ways to add value to treatment plans and consulting with facility staff or outpatient care providers on those ideas Develop and monitor implementation of Person-Centered Service Plans Collaborate with Community Mental Health Centers to ensure member's are receiving services and supports You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

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Licensed Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or Marriage and Family Counseling; Licensed Ph.D., or Registered Nurse with 2+ years of experience in behavioral health Active, unrestricted license in

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LP, LPC, LCP, LCPC, LMSW, LSCSW, LMFT, LCMFT, or RN in the state of Kansas 2+ years of post-license experience in a related mental health environment Proven intermediate Microsoft skills including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams Access to secure, high-speed internet (Broadband Cable, DSL, or Fiber) and a dedicated, distraction-free workspace at home Live in or near Hays, KS, with access to reliable transportation and ability to travel within the service delivery area as needed (up to 50%)

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