Behavioral Health Counselor – Outpatient Impact

Indiana University Health System; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health System's Riley Hospital seeks a Behavioral Health Counselor licensed MS to provide outpatient services, including individual, family, and group counseling, and to coordinate with community agencies. The role emphasizes evidence-based practices, crisis intervention, and maintaining a safe therapeutic environment.

You will evaluate patients, support treatment planning, conduct psychosocial assessments, assist with discharge planning, and document in EMR.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• 3–5 years of healthcare, mental health, or community experience.
• Current Indiana licensure as LCSW/LMHC/LMFT/LCAC/HSPP; crisis intervention certification may be required; BLS may be required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate patient involvement in treatment and education activities.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and deliver therapeutic interventions for patients and families.
• Provide mental health assessments upon physician referral and support crisis intervention efforts.
• Assist with utilization review and discharge planning, ensuring appropriate follow-up and resource connection.
• Serve as a liaison for cases involving child and adult abuse, neglect, institutional abuse, and domestic violence; coordinate with protective services.
• Document clinical activities accurately in electronic medical records.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with community agencies, law enforcement, schools, and other stakeholders.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

CBT

MI

DBT

EMR

MS Office

Relationship-building

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work / Counseling / Psychology

Tools

EMR systems

MS Office

Job description

Indiana University Health System's Riley Hospital seeks a Behavioral Health Counselor licensed MS to provide outpatient services, including individual, family, and group counseling, and to coordinate with community agencies. The role emphasizes evidence-based practices, crisis intervention, and maintaining a safe therapeutic environment.

You will evaluate patients, support treatment planning, conduct psychosocial assessments, assist with discharge planning, and document in EMR.