Join Our Team

At Pawnee Mental Health, we pride ourselves on not only the services we provide but also the remarkable progress made by those we serve. Every employee, regardless of their role, plays a crucial part in our mission to support individuals and families facing mental health and substance use challenges. We are dedicated to fostering an environment where bright, talented individuals with innovative ideas can thrive. By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful change and help others lead normal, productive lives within their communities. Whether you're a seasoned mental health professional or new to the field, Pawnee offers a supportive and dynamic workplace where you can truly make a difference.

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Our Mission

At Pawnee Mental Health we are committed to enhancing the well-being of individuals and families in our community through a holistic approach to behavioral health and recovery services. Our mission is to provide compassionate, person-centered care that fosters healing, empowerment, and resilience.

Compassion: We approach every individual with empathy, understanding, and a nonjudgmental attitude. We believe in the inherent worth and potential of every person we serve.
Collaboration: We work closely with our clients, their support systems, and the community to develop personalized treatment plans that address their unique needs, goals, and aspirations.
Empowerment: We empower individuals to take an active role in their recovery by providing them with the knowledge, skills, and support they need to make positive, lasting changes.
Holistic Care: We recognize the interconnectedness of physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Our services encompass a wide range of approaches from counseling and therapy to wellness and self-care.
Inclusivity: We embrace diversity and are committed to creating a safe and inclusive space for all individuals, regardless of their background, identity, or life circumstances.
Quality: We are dedicated to providing evidence-based, effective, and accountable services that meet the highest standards of care.

Benefits to our employees

Health and Dental Insurance

Medical: Employee, Employee/Spouse, Employee/Children, and Family coverage offered; PPO networks with traditional co-pays, High-Deductible Health Plans, as well as more specialized coverage available. Coverage is available from day 1 and offered through Aetna or BCBS.
Dental: Employee, Employee/Spouse, Employee/Children, and Family coverage offered. Coverage will begin after 30 full days of employment and is offered through Delta Dental. Employee must be in a position of at least 30 hours or more per week to qualify. Employee-Only coverage is free.

Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Account (High Deductible Health Insurance Plan):

Flexible Spending Account

Pre-tax payroll deduction may be made for insurance premiums, unreimbursed medical expenses, and dependent care expenses.

Paid Time Off

Paid Time Off (PTO) Leave: Hourly employees start at 12 days of PTO their first year, and salary employees start at 15 days of PTO their first year.

Paid Family Leave: Positions of 30+ hours/week receive a one-time credit of 40 hours on their first day of employment.

Retirement

Retirement: Kansas Public Employee Retirement System (KPERS) – those holding a position of at least 1000 hours per year (full time = 2,080 hrs/year), 6% of salary is withheld to fund retirement and other benefits with an employer match of 9.2%.

Term Life Insurance: Packaged with KPERS. Value = 1.5 times annual earnings. Additional life insurance coverage options are available.

Disability Insurance: Long-term disability coverage packaged with KPERS.

Ancillary Benefits

Vision, Critical Illness, Short-Term Disability, Accident, Hospital Indemnity, ID Theft, Legal Protection, Medical Transportation, and additional Voluntary Life Insurance are all available through payroll deduction.

Professional Benefits

Professional Liability Insurance: Premium is paid by Pawnee Mental Health. The policy provides coverage for malpractice claims.

Professional Leave: Pawnee supports continuing education. Time off and resources are available at the program director’s discretion.