Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor | School Therapist -Carmel Schools

Ascension Healthcare; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Behavioral Health Counselor to join their School Outpatient Programs. In this rewarding role, you will provide essential counseling services to students, conduct assessments, and collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care. This position offers a supportive environment with a focus on professional development and community impact. Enjoy the benefits of a flexible schedule, paid time off from day one, and a generous sign-on bonus for eligible candidates. Join a mission-driven organization that values your contributions and empowers you to make a difference in the lives of students and families.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits with employer match

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible schedule

Free CEU’s

Qualifications

• Must have full licensure (LCSW, LMFT, LHMC) and 2 years of experience.
• BLS Provider preferred, and Master's degree required.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health counseling services and conduct assessments.
• Administer individual and group therapy and maintain records.
• Collaborate with families, physicians, and community providers.

Skills

Behavioral Health Counseling

Patient Assessment

Individual and Group Therapy

Collaboration with Multi-disciplinary Teams

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Details

Sign-on bonus: up to $5,000 if eligible

Department: School Outpatient Programs

Schedule: Full time, Monday through Friday, no weekends

Hospital: Ascension Saint Vincent Stress Center

Locations: Carmel, Indiana

Sign on Bonus applies to experienced and fully licensed counselors only

Must have FULL Licensure - LCSW, LMFT, or LHMC

Minimum of 2 years experience is required

Pay commensurate with experience (not the minimum listed)

Ascension Stress Center Employee - Access to all resources!

Supportive Leadership Team!

No work in the home nor transporting of students.

Front loaded PTO (Paid Time Off) - PTO available at the start!

Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Free - CEU’s.

This is a year-round school-based position.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities

1. Provide behavioral health counseling services.
2. Conduct patient assessments and establish therapy treatment goals.
3. Administer individual and group therapy. Maintain thorough and confidential records of observations.
4. Evaluate progress and effectiveness of therapy interventions.
5. Provide patient with information regarding resources and therapeutic activities in the community.
6. Work directly with the patient, family, physician, and community providers to ensure active and collaborative care from the initiation of treatment to the time of discharge.

Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

1. One or more of the following required:
2. Licensed Counselor specializing in Mental Health credentialed from the Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
3. Licensed Counselor specializing in Clinical Addiction credentialed from the Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
4. Licensed Social Worker specializing in Clinical Practice credentialed from the Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
5. Licensed Therapist specializing in Marriage & Family credentialed from the Indiana Behavioral Health and Human Services Licensing Board obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
6. BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

1. Master's degree in Social Work, Counseling or related field required.

Additional Preferences

Due to contracted support by the school district, ample time is built into our counselor’s schedule for administrative time, parent outreach, documentation, professional development, etc. 40 hours per week, flexible within school location hours.

Additional Responsibilities for this role:

1. Provide students and families with information on needed resources and therapeutic support in the community.
2. Consult & collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team including behavioral health technicians, school social workers, nurses, prescribers, teachers, team leaders, and other peer counselors to provide a holistic model of care focused on functional outcomes for students and families.
3. Work directly with the student, parent, family, and community providers as needed to support active and collaborative care.
4. Due to the reimbursement model, services provided are determined by the focus and need of the patient and the diagnostic determination of the licensed counselor.

#BHSchoolTherapist

Why Join Our Team

Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana has been providing rewarding careers in healthcare for over 148 years. With 24 hospitals throughout the greater Indianapolis and Evansville areas, Ascension St. Vincent offers careers in a wide range of services including acute and long-term care, bariatrics, cancer care, cardiovascular services, emergency services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatric services, primary and urgent care, women's health services, and more.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp_10_20.pdf) poster.

As a military-friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans, and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

Pay Non-Discrimination Notice (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_English_formattedESQA508c.pdf)

Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

E-Verify Statement

This employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify link below for more information.

E-Verify (https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdf)