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　　Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s 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.

　　Children’s 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 children’s 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.

　　Overview

　　The Licensed Acute Mental Health Provider provides acute mental health screening, referral, and case management services to children and adolescents within the Emergency Department.

　　This role is located at our Main campus in KCMO. Work days: Thursday/Friday/Saturday. Hours: 0800-0830p (Shift Differential paid for evening and overnight hours)

　　We are also hiring for our other campuses, see here for more info: https://www.childrensmercy.org/careers/ (Search Acute Mental Health Provider)

　　Learn more aboutChildren's Mercy Illuminate (https://www.childrensmercy.org/departments-and-clinics/developmental-and-behavioral-health/mental-health-in-children-and-adolescents/light-the-way-forward-a-mental-health-toolkit/illuminate/) – a bold initiative to tackle the mental health crisis in youth, made possible from $79M in donations. This five-year plan will pave a path for the youth mental health crisis by increasing access to evidence-based treatment with specific focus on equity for our most vulnerable population.

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　　At Children’s 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, it’s 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 Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that theseasonal influenzaandCOVID-19vaccines are 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 become a finalist for this position, and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

　　Responsibilities

　　Rapid acute mental health screening, referral, and documentation. Respond to the Emergency Department within prescribed time frame and complete acute mental health screening of patients who have been identified to be at risk of harm to themselves or others. Upon completion of screening, complete appropriate referrals which may include inpatient psychiatric hospitalization or outpatient mental health services, and complete all associated documentation in a timely manner.

　　Collaboration with Service Providers. Maintain ongoing communication with internal and external stakeholders to ensure strong partnerships with mental health service providers.

　　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.

　　Qualifications

　　Master's Degree Social Work or Counseling and 3-5 years' experience. 1 year experience acceptable if incumbent holds a clinical license. Must have a social work license (LMSW/LCSW/LSCSW) or professional counseling license (LPC/LCPC) in the state of primary work location upon hire and then be dually licensed in both states within 90 days of employment. Candidates licensed with a master level social work license, must be engaged in clinical supervision.

　　One of the following Required upon hire: Licensed Master's Social Worker KS, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Specialist KS, KS Licensed Professional Counselor, KS Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor

　　One of the following Required within 90 days: Licensed Master's Social Worker MO, Licensed Clinical Social Worker MO, MO Licensed Professional Counselor

　　Starting Pay

　　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.

　　Remote Work/Work from Home

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

　　EEO Employer/Disabled/Vet

　　Children’s 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. Children’s Mercy is smoke and tobacco free.

　　Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion

　　CM is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. Our patients and families come from all walks of life, and so do we. We know that our greatest strengths come from the people who make up our team so we hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it’s the right thing to do, but because it makes our hospital stronger and our patient care more compassionate.

　　If you share our values and our enthusiasm for service, you will find a home at CM. In recruiting for our team, we welcome the unique contributions that you can bring, including education, ideas, culture, ethnicity, race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, languages spoken, veteran status, color, religion, disability and beliefs.

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　　Requisition ID2024-28381

　　Requisition Post Information* : Posted Date2 months ago(1/4/2024 5:43 PM)

　　Posting CategoryAllied Health

　　DivisionCHILD/FAM MENTAL HLTH SVS

　　Work TypeFull Time

　　Work DaysThursday, Friday, Saturday

　　Work Hours0800 - 0830

　　FLSA StatusExempt

　　Location : NameAdele Hall

　　Recruiter : Full Name: First LastTerry Worthington-Brown

　　Recruiter : [email protected]