Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor | School Therapist - Zionsville Schools

Ascension; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Counselor to provide essential behavioral health services to students in a school-based setting. This role involves conducting assessments, administering therapy, and collaborating with families and community providers to ensure comprehensive care. With a supportive leadership team and a commitment to community impact, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students. Join a forward-thinking organization that values your expertise and provides a generous sign-on bonus, extensive benefits, and a positive work environment.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Various health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Qualifications

• Must have FULL Licensure - LCSW, LMFT, or LHMC.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in behavioral health required.

Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health counseling services to students.
• Conduct patient assessments and establish therapy treatment goals.
• Administer individual and group therapy sessions.

Skills

Behavioral Health Counseling

Patient Assessment

Therapy Treatment Goals

Group Therapy

Community Resource Coordination

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Master's Degree in Counseling

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

We Are Hiring

Sign-on bonus: up to $10,000

Department: School Outpatient ProgramsSchedule: Full time, Monday through Friday, no weekendsHospital: Ascension Saint Vincent Stress CenterLocations: Zionsville, Indiana

Must have FULL Licensure - LCSW, LMFT, or LHMC

Minimum of 2 years experience is required

Pay commensurate with exp (not the minimum listed)Ascension Stress Center Employee - Access to all resources!Supportive Leadership Team!!No work in the home nor transporting of studentsFront loaded PTO (Paid Time Off) - PTO available at the start!Public Service Loan ForgivenessFree - CEU’s

The Counselor will provide behavioral health assessment and mental health services to students in a school-based setting.

This is a year-round school-based position.

What You Will Do

Provide behavioral health counseling services.

• Conduct patient assessments and establish therapy treatment goals.
• Administer individual and group therapy. Maintain thorough and confidential records of observations.
• Evaluate progress and effectiveness of therapy interventions.
• Provide patient with information regarding resources and therapeutic activities in the community.
• Work directly with the patient, family, physician and community providers to ensure active and collaborate care from the initiation of treatment to the time of discharge.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• One or more of the following required:
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

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

Additional Preferences

Must have FULL Licensure - LCSW, LMFT, or LHMC

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.

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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.

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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.