Licensed Behavioral Health Counselor - PHP/IOP Early Adolescents

Your future role at a glance

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Facility: Ascension Stress Center

Department/Specialty: PHP/IOP Early Adolescents

Schedule: Full time | Monday thru Friday | Day Shift

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Conduct comprehensive behavioral health assessments and develop individualized, developmentally appropriate treatment goals for early adolescent patients.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy using evidence-based interventions within a structured Partial Hospitalization and Intensive Outpatient Program.
• Partner with patients and families to strengthen coping skills, emotional regulation, communication, and successful functioning at home, school, and in the community.
• Collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, educators, and community providers to coordinate care and support continuity from admission through discharge and aftercare planning.
• Evaluate treatment progress, adjust therapeutic interventions as needed, and maintain timely, accurate, and confidential clinical documentation.

What minimum requirements you'll 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.

What additional preferences we''re seeking

• Eligible candidates must have a Master's Degree in Counseling, Social Work, or another related field and must have a clinical license LMHC, LCAC, LMFT, or LSW | LCSW. These are required!
• Masters degree in behavioral health related field required.
• Associate license considered, Full clinical license preferred.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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