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KVC Health Systems is a national leader in mental health and child welfare. Our network of local nonprofits are driven by a common mission, vision and values to strengthen families, prevent child abuse and neglect, and help children and adults achieve mental wellness.
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Travis Stecklein, MHSA, LMSW

Travis Stecklein is the Senior Vice President of Inpatient Mental Health for Camber Children’s Mental Health. In this role, he oversees the Executive Directors at our Kansas City, Hays and Wichita Hospitals. Travis is responsible for ensuring operational excellence, strategic leadership and the continued delivery of high-quality mental health services across these critical locations.
Previously, Travis served as the Division Director of Behavioral Health for the HCA Mid America Division, where he provided oversight for behavioral health assessments and operations across 16 medical and surgical hospitals and one psychiatric hospital. His leadership was instrumental in expanding behavioral health services within the Kansas City market, optimizing departmental efficiency and improving patient care through innovative strategies such as tele-psychiatry.
With over a decade of experience in behavioral health and leadership roles, Travis has a proven track record of driving organizational success through strategic planning, team development and a commitment to regulatory and legal compliance. His expertise spans a variety of areas, including coaching and mentoring, organizational development and financial management.
Travis holds a Master’s degree in Health Services Administration from Kansas University Medical Center, a Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of Kansas and a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Fort Hays State University. He is a Licensed Master’s Social Worker in both Kansas and Missouri and is a member of the American College of Healthcare Executives.