Behavioral therapist Jobs in Topeka, KS

Behavioral Health Admissions & Nurse Navigator

Position Status: Part time

Shift: Weekend Only (United States of America)

Hours per week: 12

Education Qualifications

Master's Degree Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field. A Required or

Licensed Registered Nurse may be substituted for this educational requirement.

Bachelor's Degree of Science in Nursing (BSN) Preferred

Experience Qualifications

1 year Psychiatric experience or Acute Care experience Required

Experience in behavioral health, psychiatric services, or a related clinical setting. Preferred

Experience in intake, admissions, care coordination, or navigation strongly. Preferred

Skills and Abilities

Strong psychiatric assessment skills across diverse populations. Required

Knowledge of behavioral health levels of care and admission criteria.

Ability to coordinate care across multidisciplinary teams.

Excellent communication, problem-solving, and crisis management skills.

Proficiency in electronic health records

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge of healthcare regulations, safety standards, and quality practices.

Regular interaction with patients experiencing acute behavioral health needs, including occasional exposure to combative behaviors.

Requires strong focus, organization, and ability to work under pressure, including emergency situations.

Licenses and Certifications

Registered Nurse - KSBN A licensed Registered Nurse able to practice in Kansas or an appropriate educational degree with ability to practice. Required or

Licensed Masters Social Worker - KSBSRB Required or

Licnesed Masters Level Psychologist - KSBSRB Required or

Licensed Professional Counselor - KSBSRB Required or

Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - KSBSRB Required or

Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist - KSBSRB Or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT) Required or

Licensed Psychologist - KSBSRB Required or

Licensed Clinical Psychologist - KSBSRB Required or

Licensed Specialist Clinical Social Worker - KSBSRB Required

What You Will Do

Lead and streamline the behavioral health admission process, including a "one call/one number" access model.

Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments (child, adolescent, adult, geriatric) to determine level-of-care appropriateness.

Facilitate admissions to inpatient and outpatient services based on clinical criteria.

Coordinate alternative placements when admission is not appropriate or capacity is limited.

Identify and address barriers to admission, patient placement, and access to care.

Ensure all intake and admission documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with regulatory standards.

Guide patients and families through the healthcare system from intake through episode of care.

Initiate and maintain communication regarding treatment processes, procedures, and available resources.

Coordinate services with psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, case managers, and community providers.

Connect patients to community resources, support services, and educational programs.

Track patient progress, interventions, and outcomes across the continuum of care.

Triage incoming calls and referrals; conduct initial intakes including clinical and insurance information.

Collaborate with Patient Placement, unit staff, and leadership to ensure efficient patient flow.

Oversee appointment scheduling and maintain timely throughput.

Verify insurance benefits, obtain prior authorizations, and coordinate financial clearance as needed.

Utilize Electronic health record and other systems to document patient interactions and maintain accurate records.

Maintain compliance with regulatory requirements, organizational policies, and the Kansas Nurse Practice Act (if applicable).

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and process optimization efforts.

Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including referral sources.

Escalate risks, concerns, or barriers to appropriate leadership.

Provide a professional, responsive, and patient-centered experience.

Required for All Jobs

Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health

Performs other duties as assigned

Patient Facing Options

Position is Patient Facing

Remote Work Guidelines

Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.

Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.

Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.

Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.

Abide by Stormont Vail's Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.

Remote Work Capability

Hybrid

Scope

No Supervisory Responsibility

No Budget Responsibility

Physical Demands

Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour

Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour

Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour

Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour

Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour

Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently 3-5 Hours

Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Grasping (Fine Motor): Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Grasping (Gross Hand): Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Handling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Hearing: Frequently 3-5 Hours

Kneeling: Rarely less than 1 hour

Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs

Operate Foot Controls: Rarely less than 1 hour

Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs

Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs

Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs

Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs

Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Sitting: Frequently 3-5 Hours

Standing: Frequently 3-5 Hours

Stooping: Rarely less than 1 hour

Talking: Frequently 3-5 Hours

Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Working Conditions

Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour

Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour

Combative Patients: Frequently 3-5 Hours

Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour

Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour

Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour

Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour

Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour

Needle Stick: Rarely less than 1 hour

Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour

Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour

Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour

Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 Hours

Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hour

Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour