KS - Clinical Lead Therapist

Job Type: Full-time, W2 Location: Kansas and Colorado, hybrid role Join the Industry Leader in Geriatric Mental Health The Lead Clinical Therapist provides clinical leadership, oversight, and direct patient care within the LTC/SNF Therapy behavioral health program. This role supports a team of therapists by ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, and promoting efficient clinical operations. The Lead Therapist serves as a key resource for clinical guidance, workflow coordination, and interdisciplinary collaboration. What is the BHS Difference? At Behavioral Health Solutions, we’re committed to taking care of the people who care for others. That’s why we’ve built our practice around what clinicians really need to thrive: stability, support, and flexibility. Our salary compensation model ensures predictable income, and we’ve thoughtfully designed our benefits to support your clinical growth and work-life balance. Key Responsibilities Clinical Leadership & Oversight Provide day-to-day clinical guidance and support to therapistsServe as a subject matter expert for complex clinical cases and risk managementMonitor clinical documentation for quality, accuracy, and complianceSupport onboarding and ongoing training of new clinical staffPromote adherence to evidence-based practices and organizational standards Patient Care Maintain an active caseload, providing individual, and/or family therapyConduct comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, and care coordinationCollaborate with psychiatry, medical providers, and care teams to ensure continuity of care Operations & Workflow Management Assist with therapist caseload distribution, and productivity monitoringPartner with administrative staff on intake processes, authorizations, and patient flowIdentify workflow inefficiencies and recommend process improvements Compliance & Quality Assurance Ensure compliance with federal, state, and payer regulations (e.g., Medicaid, commercial plans)Monitor adherence to documentation timelines and standardsParticipate in audits, quality improvement initiatives, and performance reviewsSupport incident reporting and follow-up as neededServe as a key resource for Medicaid-related processes, including prior authorizations, documentation requirements, and payer guidelines; provide guidance to therapists to ensure timely and compliant submissions Team Collaboration & Communication Facilitate team meetings, case consultations, and clinical supervisionAct as a liaison between clinical staff, leadership, and other departmentsFoster a collaborative, supportive, and accountable team environment Requirements Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology.Active, Colorado or Kansas unrestricted clinical license (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT)Minimum 2 years of clinical behavioral health experiencePrior leadership, supervisory, or lead experience preferredStrong knowledge of clinical best practices, documentation standards, and payer requirementsExcellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills Skills Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems ex: AthenaFamiliarity with Medicaid and prior authorization processesAbility to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment Benefits 9 paid holidays each year.CEU Support.Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.401(k) with company match.Access to additional voluntary benefits, including Life, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Accident Insurance, and more. LPC, LCSW, Kansas, LMFT, Therapy, Clinical Supervisor