Trauma-Informed Social Worker - HVIP Mental Health

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

Job summary

IU Health is seeking a Social Worker for the HVIP program at Riley Hospital in Indianapolis. The role focuses on trauma-informed mental health care for violently injured patients, with the aim of connecting them to community resources and ongoing care.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver CBT, trauma-focused therapies, and crisis intervention, while coordinating care plans and family support services.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering evidence-based psychosocial assessment and short-term counseling.
• Ability to coordinate follow-up and discharge planning.
• Familiarity with protective services and community resources.

Responsibilities

• Meet with patients and families to assess needs and develop treatment plans.
• Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation during acute situations.
• Coordinate with hospital departments, law enforcement, and community partners.

Skills

Therapy modalities

Crisis intervention

Trauma-informed care

EMDR

CBT

Education

MSW

LCSW licensure (IN)

Job description

IU Health is seeking a Social Worker for the HVIP program at Riley Hospital in Indianapolis. The role focuses on trauma-informed mental health care for violently injured patients, with the aim of connecting them to community resources and ongoing care.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver CBT, trauma-focused therapies, and crisis intervention, while coordinating care plans and family support services.