Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor - MS | Outpatient Care

Indiana University Health System

Bloomington (IN)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Counselor – Behavioral Health (MS, Licensed) to provide outpatient services in Bloomington. The role includes individual, family, and group counseling, crisis intervention, discharge planning, and collaboration with community agencies to ensure safe, holistic care.

The position requires a Master’s degree and Indiana licensure (LCSW/LMHC/LMFT/LCAC/HSPP), plus 3–5 years of health care experience and certification in crisis intervention.

Qualifications

  • 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.
  • Crisis intervention certification 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 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.
  • Strong relationship-building skills with community, healthcare, law enforcement, and social agencies.

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.

Skills

Crisis Intervention
CBT/MI/DBT Knowledge
Crisis De-escalation
Community Partnerships
Case Management

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work/Counseling/Psychology

Tools

Electronic Medical Records
MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint)

Job description

Indiana University Health is seeking a Counselor – Behavioral Health (MS, Licensed) to provide outpatient services in Bloomington. The role includes individual, family, and group counseling, crisis intervention, discharge planning, and collaboration with community agencies to ensure safe, holistic care.

The position requires a Master’s degree and Indiana licensure (LCSW/LMHC/LMFT/LCAC/HSPP), plus 3–5 years of health care experience and certification in crisis intervention.

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