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President & Senior Inpatient Officer
Camber Children’s Mental Health & Children’s Mercy + Camber Mental Health
Kimberly O’Connor-Soule is a seasoned behavioral health executive with over two decades of leadership experience in hospital operations, clinical advancement, and trauma-informed care. As President and Senior Inpatient Officer for Camber Children’s Mental Health and Children’s Mercy + Camber Mental Health, Kim oversees the operations of four hospital campuses across Kansas, driving strategic growth, operational excellence, and clinical quality. Her career has spanned a variety of senior leadership roles, including Executive Vice President at KVC Health Systems and Vice President of Clinical Services at Daytop New Jersey.
A Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LSCSW) in Kansas, Kim holds a Master of Social Work from New York University, graduating summa cum laude. She also holds an Executive Leadership certification in the Not-for-Profit Sector from NYU and is a certified Level III Trauma Systems Therapy Trainer. Kim is highly regarded for her expertise in building high-performing, trauma-informed systems of care, leading cross-functional teams, and advancing clinical and operational outcomes across multi-site behavioral health organizations. Her approach to leadership is rooted in quality, accountability, and compassionate service to individuals and families in need.
Solving the Psychiatric Staffing Crisis
Monday, March 2, 2026
4:30pm - 5:30pm CT