Behavioral Health Therapist

Marion Health; Marion (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Job summary

Marion Health is seeking a Behavioral Health Therapist to join the ED care team. You will perform behavioral health assessments, crisis intervention, and care coordination for patients with behavioral health, chronic conditions, and substance use concerns.

The role supports reducing ED visits and ensuring timely follow-up after discharge. The position requires a Master’s degree with two years of relevant experience and Indiana licensure within one year, or a Doctorate with appropriate licensure.

Qualifications

• Master's degree with two years of Master’s level experience and Indiana license within 1 year.
• Alternatively, Master’s in Family Therapy with licensure within 1 year.
• Or Doctorate in Psychology with Indiana license and HSPP certification within 1 year.
• Basic BLS certification or ability to obtain during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health assessments and crisis intervention in the ED.
• Coordinate care and link patients to community resources.
• Support de-escalation, care planning, and suicide prevention activities.
• Conduct warm handoffs and follow-ups for high-utilization patients.
• Assist providers with behavioral interventions as needed.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Communication

Care coordination

EMR proficiency

Teamwork

Education

Master's in psychology/counseling/social work

Master's in Family Therapy

Doctorate in Psychology (PsyD/PhD)

Job description

Additional Shift Details: 12p-12a, with weekend rotation

Posted 10/14/2026

Job Summary

This Rural Health Transformation Program is supported by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $206,927,896.80 with 100 percent funded by CMS/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CMS/HHS, or the U.S. Government.

The Behavioral Health Therapist (BHT) serves as a key member of the Emergency Department (ED) care team and is responsible for providing behavioral health assessments, crisis intervention, care coordination, and linkage to community resources for patients presenting with behavioral health, chronic health conditions, and/or substance use concerns. The BHT supports the hospital’s goal of reducing unnecessary ED visits, improving access to outpatient treatment, and facilitating timely follow up after discharge. This position may be assisting medical providers with patient deescalation, behavioral intervention planning, and suicide prevention activities. This position will also include scheduled warm handoffs and follow-ups with patients who have been seen at the ED regularly and are at-risk for frequent ED usage.

• Master's degree in psychology, counseling or social work with two years of Master’s level experience and must obtain Indiana license as a Professional Counselor (LPC), Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) within 1 year of employment -or-
• Master's degree in Family Therapy with two years of Master’s level experience and must obtain Indiana license as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) or a Professional Counselor (LPC) within one year of employment -or-
• Doctorate in Psychology with Indiana Psychologist license and must obtain HSPP certification within 1 year of employment
• BLS certification or must obtain during Orientation and prior to reporting to department.

Preferred Job Requirements

• One-year experience in hospital or healthcare setting.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Excellent communication skills to effectively and tactfully communicate with patients and their families and guests, co-workers, managers, providers and other hospital personnel on a one-to-one basis using appropriate grammar, vocabulary and word usage.
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to carry out duties in a professional manner, as well as the ability to work well under stress.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to work in the EMR and proficiently perform computer applications related to department operations and job function.
• Strong organizational skills in order to manage multiple issues simultaneously combined with ability to effectively prioritize.
• Ability to be discreet and protect the integrity of any confidential matter or information encountered during the performance of job duties.

Working Conditions

• Typical hospital clinical environment with frequent standing and walking.
• Work may be subject to interruptions and occasional high stress levels.
• Risk for occupational exposure to blood, body fluid and other potentially infectious, electrical and radiation hazards.
• Works in close proximity to patients and visitors.
• Ability to work any shift, occasional extended hours, holidays and/or weekends based on the needs of the department.
• Works with protected health information.

Physical and Mental Activities, Tools and Equipment

• Standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling to provide patient care and to utilize patient care devices necessary to perform duties in a safe manner.
• Use of computers and other standard office equipment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Marion Health is a smoke-free environment.