APP Group Leader

The Guidance Center (TGC) is the Community Mental Health Center and Certified Behavioral Health Clinic serving Leavenworth, Atchison, and Jefferson counties in Kansas. We provide high-quality care to all individuals, regardless of their financial circumstances. Joining the team at TGC offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact on the most vulnerable members of our community. At our center, we offer a unique combination of counseling, case management, psychosocial, and medication services, all under one roof. We are deeply committed to our clients and are dedicated to implementing a comprehensive model of care. 

The Guidance Center (TGC) is currently seeking an Adult Psychosocial Group Leader to be the newest member of our innovative interdisciplinary team. This position provides services to SPMI and SMI adults who are participating in the Center’s Adult Psychosocial Program.

Pay and Benefits: 

• The opportunity to be part of a holistic and supportive team 
• Medical, Dental, Vision 
• KPERS Retirement System 
• Aflac, Life, Legal Shield, and ID Theft Insurance 
• Paid Time Off and 11 Paid Holidays 
• Flexible Schedules 
• Competitive hourly rate of $26.11 to $28.51, depending upon qualifications.

Primary Duties: 

1. Provide ongoing support and follow-through for client goal attainment in the areas of these life domains: home, financial/insurance, vocational/educational, health, relationships, leisure/recreation, and daily living skills, through goal-directed APP activities
2. Facilitate groups as assigned and assist with development of group program curriculum
3. Provide assertive outreach directed toward engaging and maintaining client relationships. Meet clients individually when necessary or assigned.
4. Assist clients and/or caregivers to locate and use resources to meet defined goals and needs when appropriate
5. Update WRAP plans, including crisis plans as needed and at least yearly
6. Advocate for and with clients as they seek to achieve their goals and overcome barriers
7. Provide response and support to clients and caregivers when emergencies occur
8. Promote and support clients’ efforts to manage symptoms
9. Assist with insurance verification, medication appointments, and other routine activities for and with consumers
10. Perform case management activities when necessary or assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

EDUCATION AND LICENSURE: 

A bachelor’s degree is required. Degree in Social Work, Psychology, or human service field preferred. Equivalent work experience in the human services field, or a combination of work experience in the human services field and education, with one year of experience substituting for one year of education, may be considered. 

EXPERIENCE: 

Required: Six months of paid or volunteer experience working with individuals in the community

Preferred: experience working with individuals with mental health issues 

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.