Virtual Behavioral Health Crisis Assessment Counselor (Remote 7a-5p/Full-time)

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); Remote; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Virtual Behavioral Health Crisis Assessment Counselor. This role involves facilitating patient involvement in treatment, conducting mental health assessments, and providing vital resources and education to patients and families. The ideal candidate will possess a Master's degree in a relevant field and appropriate licensure in Indiana. Join a team committed to making a difference in the community, where your expertise in crisis intervention and counseling will play a crucial role in patient care. This full-time remote position offers a unique opportunity to impact lives positively.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field required.
• Current licensure or license eligibility in Indiana as HSPP, LMFT, LCSW, or LMHC.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates patient involvement in treatment and education.
• Performs individual, group, and family counseling.

Skills

Crisis Intervention

De-escalation Techniques

Patient Counseling

Community Relationship Skills

Education

Masters Degree in Social Work

Licensure in Indiana (HSPP, LMFT, LCSW, LMHC)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Virtual Behavioral Health Crisis Assessment Counselor (Remote 7a-5p/Full-time)

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Overview

Facilitates patient involvement in treatment and education. Performs individual, group, and family counseling. Handles utilization review and discharge planning. Collaborates effectively with the healthcare team to ensure safe, timely services, and provides resources and education to patients and families. Assesses psychosocial risk factors and provides mental health assessments upon physician referral. Acts as a point person for child abuse/neglect, elder abuse, domestic violence, and serves as liaison with protective teams. Provides intervention in guardianship, foster care, adoption, and mental health placements.

Qualifications

• Masters Degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field.
• Current licensure or license eligibility in Indiana as an HSPP, LMFT, LCSW, or LMHC.
• Clinical licensure preferred.
• Knowledge of disease impact, human behavior, legal mandates, growth and development, crisis intervention, and de-escalation techniques.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Relevant healthcare, mental health, or community experience.

Additional requirements include CPI certification (may be required), and strong community and agency relationship skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care