Mental Health Play Therapist

Futures First is currently seeking a Mental Health Therapist to join our Early Childcare Mental Health team at our Children's Campus in Kansas City, KS. This is currently a part-time, exempt position (18.75 hours per week; 0.50 FTE) with the potential to transition to a full-time (1.0 FTE) position at the beginning of the year, based on organizational needs and funding. This is a direct hire position offering excellent benefits. As a Mental Health Therapist, you will provide therapeutic services to clients ages 3 years old - 6 years old using play therapy evidenced based treatment modalities and/or other modalities as appropriate.

Location: Kansas City Metro Area

Organization: Futures First

Job Type: Part Time, Mental Health Therapist

Compensation: The role described below offers a base salary of $24,000–$27,500 for a 0.5 FTE (18.75-hour) schedule. In addition to the stated salary, Futures First's Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive benefits plan.

Benefits Offered:

• Medical Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Accounts (HSA)
• Vision & Dental Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with matching up to 2%
• Yearly 5% employer retirement contribution
• Personal Time Off (PTO)
• Rolling Paid Holidays (Instead of a fixed holiday schedule, employees may observe holidays that reflect their personal, cultural, or religious beliefs.)
• Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid Model)

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Diagnose clients using the DSM-5.
• Administer appropriate, evidenced based treatment modalities to clients based on clinical judgment.
• Complete comprehensive assessments.
• Create and implement meaningful, individualized treatment plans with clients based on identified needs and circumstances and update as appropriate.
• Meet with clients regularly to address client concerns and progress through treatment
• Complete accurate and timely documentation.
• Communicate with appropriate support systems as indicated.
• Make appropriate referrals to other service providers as indicated.
• Provide psychoeducation as appropriate.
• Establish trust and rapport with clients.
• Maintain confidentiality of records relating to clients' treatment.
• Guide clients in the development of skills and strategies for dealing with their problems.
• Provide collateral consultation as appropriate as well as court documentation and testimony as required.
• Maintain all professional licensure(s) required and provide prompt cooperation with third party credentialing for billing purposes.
• Maintain accurate records of expenditures, with receipts, for all employment-related activity.
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor, department director, or the agency Executive Director.

• Ability to collaborate with partners and colleagues
• Respectful communication
• Growth-oriented discussion
• Shared responsibilities
• Commitment to growth mindset
• Commitment to professional growth through self-reflection and ongoing education
• Commitment to supporting partner sites through transformative change
• Ability to display patience, flexibility, curiosity, and resilience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work both virtually and in an office environmental client demand dictate.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to collaborate with a diverse group of people.
• Met established deadlines.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:

• Graduated from an accredited school of higher education in the fields of social work, marriage and family therapy, professional counseling, or equivalent education.
• A minimum of an LMSW for social work applicants.
• Clinically licensed practitioner (LCSW, LSCSW, LPC, etc.) or become clinically licensed within 3 years of hire.
• Play Therapy Certificate preferred
• Registered Play Therapist (RPT) preferred
• Bilingual fluency in written and oral English/Spanish preferred.
• Experience making clinical diagnosis of clients utilizing the DSM-5 preferred.
• 2+ years of experience working with early childhood, underserved populations, highly traumatized individuals, and those experiencing domestic violence preferred.

Why Join Futures First?

At Futures First, you will be part of a highly respected organization committed to strengthening children, families, and communities across the Kansas City metro area. You will join a collaborative team that values relationships, innovation, and continuous improvement while making a meaningful impact on the quality of early care and education experiences for children and families. 

Equal Employment Opportunity & Accommodations

Futures First is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, contact Nicole Benoit at [email protected] to discuss your needs.