Overview

Looking for a Meaningful Career? Join Us as a Case Manager

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 29th, 2025 at 7:00am CDT.

 

Location: Hays, Kansas | Woodhaven

Pay: $22.36 per hour | Incentive Pay | $325 sign-on bonus

Job Type: Full-Time | In-Person

Schedule: Monday – Friday | 8:00AM-5:00pm | rotating on-call schedule

 

Why You Should Apply:

If you care deeply about helping others and want a fulfilling career, this is the opportunity for you. Whether you are transitioning from teaching, healthcare, daycare, corrections, social work, or another human service role, your experience matters—and it’s valued here.

At High Plains Mental Health Center, we provide the training and support you need to succeed. If you’re motivated, dependable, and ready to work directly with individuals in your community to improve their quality of life, we’ll help you grow into a meaningful, long-term role.

This position isn’t just a job—it’s a starting point. Many of our team members go on to earn certifications, pursue advanced degrees, or move into leadership positions within the organization. With built-in support for professional development and advancement, you’ll have the chance to build a career you can be proud of—right here, with us.

 

What You’ll Do:

· Support individuals who struggle with their mental health—including adults with severe and persistent mental illness and emotionally disturbed youth—in building skills, increasing independence, and working toward meaningful personal goals.

· Collaborate with clients and families to develop and implement individualized treatment plans that address mental, emotional, and social needs.

· Travel throughout our 20-county service area to meet clients where they are—at home, in schools, or in the community (Center vehicle provided).

· Lead or assist in group activities that focus on building life skills, managing symptoms, and improving overall quality of life.

· Advocate for your clients, helping them navigate systems and access essential community resources such as housing, education, healthcare, and employment support.

· Maintain clear, timely, and accurate documentation to track progress, support quality care, and meet compliance standards.

 

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. You’ll 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 Pay: $22.36 per hour | Incentive Pay | $325 sign-on bonus

-Comprehensive Benefits Package:

o Excellent Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance

o Life Insurance

o Paid Time Off

o Extended Illness Time

o 403(b) Plan

o KPERS Retirement Plan

o Supplemental Benefits

o Flexible Spending Accounts

o 7 Paid Holidays

o $325 Sign-On Bonus

o And much more!

 

Qualifications:

· Experience counts! We accept equivalent work experience in human services (teaching, daycare, CNA, etc.) or a BA/BS degree. One year of related work = one year of college.

· Great with people—strong communication and empathy are a must.

· Comfortable in a variety of human service settings.

· Able to pass drug screen & be subject to a random drug testing pool.

· Must have valid driver’s license.

 

 

Submitting Your Application:

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a difference in the future of mental health services, we want to hear from you! APPLY TODAY using this link: [HPMHC CAREERS!]

If you have any questions or need help with documentation, please feel free to contact CAREERS@HPMH.COM.

 

High Plains Mental Health Center – We’re Here For You!

About High Plains Mental Health Center

We are a Licensed Community Mental Health Center, Behavioral Health Clinic, and Licensed Substance Use Disorder treatment program for Northwest Kansas.  We offer counseling, therapy, substance use treatment, community-based support services and psychiatry services. We have six full-time offices and 20 additional service locations. Telehealth services are widely available.

We proudly serve 20 counties which include 19,000 square miles in Northwest Kansas, since 1964.  High Plains is a non-profit organization and one of the 26 Licensed Community Mental Health Centers in Kansas.