case manager

mental health technician

licensed practical nurse

animal caretaker

therapist

Wyandot Behavioral Health Network

Wyandot BHN is difficult to review as it is a vast network of organizations. I've heard horror and heartwarming stories from colleagues throughout the organization. 

From  my over two years of experience at this organization, I've learned that your direct manager and team determine your experience. I started with a pretty meh and ineffective leader and had an average view of my job. I now have a great manager and a lively team, and can't imagine working anywhere else! I've seen great growth in my confidence and abilities due to the work place environment fostered by my manager.

For administrative staff, we work 8 - 4:30 hours M-Th and 8 - 3 on Fridays. Some also have the ability to work from home about once a week. My team is small but mighty and handles a large amount of work, but thanks to our friendly rapport, we take everything in stride!

The only issue I occur in my job is navigating external influence over decisions. My team is often influenced by impulsive decisions from leadership and even situations where external voices are considered more heavily than experienced staff members. It can be frustrating when my team has put in hours of work on a finished project that can be blown-up without (seemingly) considering how reversing course impacts the team's work or trust in leadership.

Luckily, the organization is spending a lot of time and funds working with an outside consulting group to work on areas of improvement. I hope all parties take the feedback staff give to heart.




I wanted to take a moment to express my sincere appreciation for the exceptional leadership and positive work culture here at WBHN. Over the past 15 years, I have had the privilege of experiencing firsthand the commitment to transparency and the supportive environment that defines our workplace.

Under my Senior Director and Executive Director's outstanding leadership, I have felt empowered and motivated to contribute my best efforts. Their ability to foster an atmosphere of trust and openness has not only enhanced communication but also encouraged collaboration across teams. This transparency has been instrumental in aligning our goals with the company's vision, allowing us to work cohesively towards shared objectives.

One aspect that stands out is the minimal oversight coupled with the trust placed in each team member. This autonomy has enabled me to take ownership of my projects and explore innovative solutions without feeling micromanaged. The freedom to manage my workload while having the support of my colleagues and superiors has significantly contributed to my professional growth and job satisfaction.

Furthermore, the inclusive work culture at WBHN has created a supportive environment where diverse perspectives are valued and celebrated. This inclusivity not only enhances creativity but also fosters a sense of belonging among all team members.

In conclusion, I am grateful to be a part of a company that prioritizes exceptional leadership, promotes a positive work culture, values transparency, and encourages autonomy. I look forward to continuing to grow professionally and contribute to our shared success.



I’ve worked for Wyandot BHN more than once over the past decade, and my experiences have varied depending on the role. What has consistently stood out, and one of the main reasons I’ve returned, is the variety of opportunities available within the organization. Being able to try different positions has helped me find the best fit for my skills, passions, and interests while also supporting my career growth and upward mobility.

Wyandot BHN truly cares about the community. The agency is super responsive to community needs, developing programs to fill gaps and adapting as circumstances change. Since I first worked here in 2013, I’ve seen incredible growth, not just in programming, but in the agency’s culture, with leadership taking staff feedback seriously.

The work can be challenging. Wyandotte County is resilient but faces systemic adversity, and that reality makes the work demanding, but also deeply meaningful. Like any large agency, there are complexities to navigate, but the progress and commitment I’ve witnessed over the years make me proud to be part of the organization.




I recognize that what I say is different than some individuals experience at Wyandot. However, I appreciated the majority of the Wyandot Center. There are some amazing qualities to this company. First, you won't find a job that has a more flexible schedule than this. Second, you won't find a supportive management team than this. And third, you won't find more rewarding work than this. Upper management did struggle, however it was mainly due to the immense turnaround that was experienced on a monthly basis. Staff is slightly overworked, but so are several social workers in this field. Compensation was tough, but we don't go into this field for the money, we go into this field for quality services, exemplary support to clients, and advocacy. Yes, it would have been nice to get paid more than normal, but that was never the calling that individuals who get into this field felt in the first place. 
There are many different hats that you can wear at this company, and there are many different positions open and available. Growth and opportunity presents itself well. There is room for growth, however in order to do so, one must obtain their graduate degree. Which is understandable. Overall, I appreciate and love this company more than most.

•	Engage individuals and families as partners in services and develop positive, hopeful, and trusting relationships.
•	Manage the emotional distress experienced by clients and their families in avoiding and resolving crisis situations. 
•	Provide mental health interventions to alleviate symptoms, when appropriate.
•	Make professional and independent identified goals.
•	Recognize and demonstrate sensitivity to cultural and ethnic differences.
•	Help others succeed by demonstrating exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work with persons with severe and persistent mental illness and/or serious emotional disturbance, and the ability to react effectively in a wide variety of human service situations. 
•	Effectively manage conflict, promote change and growth, and inspire the development of all clients served.
•	Build client relationships, as well as business relationships and strategic partnerships with other agencies and external resources.
•	Interact positively with other members of the agency and team, including active participation in supervision activities, team meetings, continuing education, etc.

Employees that work with these special children care about them. If an employee gets hired on with the idea of what he or she can do to improve the life of a child that is a good thing. However, from personal experience this changes. During the almost five years that I have been there I have been given more from the children and staff that I have worked with. And, even, though, it can be hard work at times, frustrating and a person comes home tired I would never trade the experience that I have had with them!

To watch the children who have struggled when I first started there and worked with grow is beyond words to describe in words. I work with children both in groups and one-on-one in schools and I rejoice with each milestone that each one makes. 

The goal of Wyandot PACES and its staff is to help these special children to function to the best of his/her ability to maybe one day that person will not need our services or only need limited services. When the day comes when a particular child does not need my services is a day to say, "I have been honored to have had the opportunity to work with you!"

I would say out of the 5 years that I was with the agency, the first 3 were the better years. Once I started moving around to other positions within the agency, I quickly discovered all the dirty little secretes about the other departments. You can't trust anyone. Job descriptions are extremely vague, so they can pretty much make you do anything they want and reprimand you if you do not comply. They are not at all accommodating for anyone coming off of maternity leave especially if you are choosing to breastfeed. I can definitively say that most of the people I worked with there are no longer working there because the pay is garbage and the work environment among staff and clients is not worth the pay. Working in the fast food industry would be more desirable. They can care less about their workers and even far less about the clientele. Which is sad beyond measure considering how desperately society needs good mental health services. I would not recommend anyone to work here or get services here, not until upper management changes.

The environment is demanding with little flexibility, and clinicians are often scheduled back-to-back with no real opportunity for breaks or lunches. Burnout is common, as the focus is placed more on client numbers than on staff well-being. Managers also hold staff to rigid schedules while maintaining flexibility for themselves, which creates further strain.

For an organization providing mental health services, there is surprisingly little attention given to the mental health of employees. Leadership is unwilling to acknowledge or address the systemic issues that contribute to ongoing burnout, making this a difficult and unsustainable workplace for clinicians.

**Pros**

* Experience working with diverse clients
* Exposure to high caseloads that can build clinical skills

**Cons**

* High burnout and little flexibility
* Rigid schedules with no time for breaks or lunches
* Focus on client numbers over employee well-being
* Managers unwilling to address systemic issues

I started here three years ago and have experienced both ups and downs. The work we do can be challenging because we are affecting the lives of others.  Its a tough job and we see and hear many things from our clients that can be hard to hear or witness. Self care is important and encouraged.  

The culture is very family friendly. For the most part my co-workers are fun, hard working and committed to the community and jobs. Most of the managers are committed to the staff and community as well. As always there are a few negative Nellie's and a few managers that shouldn't be. 
The company was stuck in a previous era for a long time but recently has started changing the way we do things which makes our jobs easier with each change. 

I believe you make your own positive experiences. Be positive and your experience will be positive. Be negative and your experience will be negative. This is a good company that works hard everyday to make an impact. I highly recommend working here.

Making a meaningful impact in the mental health field! A typical day at Wyandot Behavioral Health Network involves collaborating with a supportive team to help individuals with mental health needs. I have learned a lot about diversity, equity, and inclusion, and how to implement these values in everyday interactions. Management is mission-driven, though there could be more clarity in career development pathways. The workplace culture is compassionate and inclusive, making it a rewarding place to work. The hardest part of the job is balancing resource allocation to meet diverse community needs. However, the most enjoyable part is seeing the positive impact we make on clients' lives and being part of a team that truly cares.

Top Job Titles	Average Salary
Case manager 10 salaries reported	$46,800 per year
Mental health technician 3 salaries reported	$19.67 per hour
Licensed practical nurse 2 salaries reported	$37.50 per hour
Animal caretaker 1 salary reported	$20.00 per hour
Therapist 6 salaries reported	$67,917 per year

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