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*Outpatient Therapist *[ACT Team Leader]Not Your Traditional Therapy

Job.**

Position: Outpatient Therapist / ACT Team Leader

Location: Colby, Kansas\

Pay: \$70,452 per year \| \$325 sign-on bonus\ Job Type: Full-Time, In-Person\ Schedule: 8am-5pm M-F (on-call rotation)

Why You Should Apply:

\ High Plains Mental Health Center is excited to announce we are launching our first Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) team in our **Colby branch office**, and were looking for a passionate therapist to lead the way!

The ACT model is a specialized, evidence-based approach to mental health

care that goes beyond the traditional office setting. As the ACT Team Leader, you\'ll guide a multidisciplinary team that meets clients where they are literally providing treatment in homes, workplaces, and community spaces. This model is designed to serve individuals with the most complex needs, helping reduce hospitalizations, enhance independence, and improve overall quality of life.

If youve ever wanted to make a deeper impact as a therapist, this is

your opportunity. You\'ll step into a pivotal leadership role, help shape the future of ACT services in northwest Kansas, and be a part of something truly transformative from the ground up. You wont just work on a team youll build and lead one, creating strong community connections and delivering life-changing care to those who need it most.

Join us in making meaningful, lasting change not just for clients, but

for the mental health system in rural Kansas. [**Apply today!**](https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Apply/3366053/High-Plains-Mental-Health-Center/Outpatient-Therapist-Lead)

What Youll Do:

• Lead a multi-disciplinary ACT team to deliver non-traditional,

community-based mental health treatment.

• Coordinate services, manage referrals, and monitor staff

availability, ensuring timely and effective treatment.

• Provide clinical supervision to ACT staff, including crisis

intervention and on-call duties.

• Provide community-based therapy, including mental health and

substance use treatment, to clients enrolled in the ACT program.

• Conduct assessments, formulate Treatment Plans, and collaborate with

clients, families, and the ACT team for the development of personalized treatment goals.

• Lead daily ACT team meetings to maintain model fidelity and oversee

clinical documentation.

• Provide after-hours on-call crisis services as part of a rotation

with other ACT team members.

• Foster strong relationships with community partners and contribute

to the growth of the ACT program.

• Ensure compliance with all necessary regulations and Center

policies.

Why Join Us?

\ At High Plains Mental Health Center, we\'re here for you not only for the individuals and communities we serve, but for every member of our team. Our mission drives everything we do, and that includes supporting our employees with the same compassion, dedication, and care we offer our clients.

When you join us, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where

your work has a real impact. Youll provide critical mental health services to those who need them most, while being part of a team that values your expertise, supports your well-being, and invests in your professional growth through continuous learning and **career advancement opportunities.

What We Offer:**

• Competitive Salary: \$70,452 per year

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• - Health insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance through state employee health

plan (SEHP)

• Paid Time Off
• Extended Illness Time
• 403(b) plan
• KPERS Retirement plan
• Supplemental benefits (Aflac)
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Holidays
• Convention funds for CEUs
• License renewal
• \$325 Sign-On Bonus
• And more!

Qualifications:

Masters or Doctoral degree in a related field with an active Kansas BSRB

license (Psychologist, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or similar).

Must be willing to obtain Addictions Counselor licensure within one year

of employment (if not already licensed).

Demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals with serious

mental illnesses, substance use disorders, and other significant challenges.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to thrive in a diverse,

collaborative team environment.

Must pass background checks (KBI, DCF Child/Adult Abuse Regis