Behavioral Health Counselor MS Licensed

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health seeks an experienced behavioral health clinician to conduct psychosocial assessments, administer neuropsychological and psychological tests, and provide individual, group, and family counseling. The role includes case management, discharge planning, and collaboration with the health care team to coordinate care for patients and families.

Responsibilities also cover crisis de‑escalation, utilization review, and liaison with protective agencies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or closely related field.
• Five years of clinical/hospital adult behavioral health experience including neuropsychological and psychological testing.
• Indiana license eligibility: LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or LCAC.

Responsibilities

• Conduct face-to-face psychosocial assessments and intake evaluations.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Counseling

CBT

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Education

Master's degree in Social Work/ Counseling/ Psychology

Tools

Neuropsychological testing

Psychological testing

Job description

Overview

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Conduct face-to-face psychosocial assessments and intake evaluations and administer neuropsychological and psychological tests. Facilitate individual, group, and family counseling, including cognitive behavioral therapy group counseling and case management. Perform utilization review, discharge planning, and therapeutic intervention. Collaborate with members of the healthcare team to coordinate care and provide patients and families with appropriate resources and education. Assess psychosocial risk factors, including prior functioning, support systems, reactions to illness, and coping abilities. Counsel patients and families regarding the emotional, social, and financial effects of illness or disability. Mobilize community and family resources and provide mental health assessments upon physician referral. Serve as the primary point of contact in cases involving child abuse or neglect, elder abuse or neglect, institutional abuse, and domestic violence, and act as liaison with protective agencies. Provide clinical intervention support in matters involving guardianship, foster care, adoption, and mental health Level II placements. Support individuals experiencing acute crises through de‑escalation techniques designed to prevent violence and ensure safety.

Job Requirements

• Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a closely related field, plus five years of experience as a Clinical Psychologist or Behavioral Health Counselor in a clinical or hospital adult behavioral health setting, including experience in neuropsychological and psychological testing.
• Must possess, or be eligible to obtain, an Indiana license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor (LCAC).

Employer

Indiana University Health, Inc.

Work Location

• 1701 N. Senate Avenue, Indianapolis, IN 46202

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.