Behavioral Health Counselor-MS Licensed

Indiana University Health; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health in Bloomington is seeking a Counselor – Behavioral Health (MS, Licensed) to provide comprehensive outpatient services including individual, family, and group counseling. You will conduct psychosocial assessments, support crisis intervention, and assist with discharge planning.

You will collaborate with physicians, social workers, and community agencies to coordinate care, maintain EMR documentation, and engage patients in education and treatment activities.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology or related field.
• Indiana licensure as LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, LCAC or HSPP in good standing.
• 3–5 years of relevant health care, mental health, or community experience.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate patient engagement in outpatient treatment and education.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and deliver therapeutic interventions.
• Assist with discharge planning and utilization review under supervision.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams and community partners.
• Serve as liaison for protective services cases involving abuse or neglect.
• Provide mental health assessments upon physician referral and support crises.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Relationship-building

Psychosocial assessment

Patient education

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Overview

Position Title: Counselor – Behavioral Health (MS, Licensed)

Location: Bloomington Hospital

Shift: Full-Time Day

Position Overview: The Counselor provides comprehensive outpatient behavioral health services, including individual, family, and group counseling. This role involves facilitating patient involvement in treatment, conducting psychosocial assessments, and supporting emotional, social, and financial well-being. The Counselor also plays a critical role in crisis intervention, discharge planning, and acting as a liaison for protective services cases involving abuse, neglect, guardianship, foster care, and mental health placements. The position emphasizes collaboration with healthcare providers and community agencies to ensure safe, effective, and holistic patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Facilitate patient engagement in treatment and educational activities.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and deliver therapeutic interventions for patients and families.
• Assist with utilization review and discharge planning, under supervision.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and resources.
• Serve as a primary contact for cases involving child and adult abuse, neglect, domestic violence, and protective services, coordinating with relevant agencies.
• Provide mental health assessments upon physician referral and support crisis intervention efforts.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and support daily activities and programming.
• Access and mobilize community and family resources to meet patient needs.
• Document clinical activities accurately in electronic medical records.
• Develop and foster strong relationships with community partners, law enforcement, schools, and social service agencies.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Master’s Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant health care, mental health, or community experience.
• Current licensure in Indiana as an LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, LCAC, or HSPP.
• Certification in crisis intervention may be required; BLS certification may also be required.
• Knowledge of evidence-based practices (CBT, MI, DBT), crisis de-escalation, and legal mandates for protective services.
• Understanding of the impact of disease processes and human behavior in psychosocial assessments and crisis intervention.
• Familiarity with principles of growth and development across the lifespan.
• Ability to create a safe, therapeutic environment and instruct on daily activities.
• Basic proficiency in Electronic Medical Records and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong relationship-building skills with community, healthcare, law enforcement, and social agencies.

About IU Health

IU Health is Indiana’s largest and most comprehensive healthcare system, with nearly 40,000 team members, 16 hospitals, and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. Our programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics, and transplants are nationally recognized. In partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, IU Health combines research, education, and clinical excellence to improve health outcomes for Indiana communities.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.