**Details** + **Department: Ascension Stress Center - Outpatient Youth Programs -** **_various youth programs available_** + **Schedule: Full time - Day shift -** **hours are based on programming needs.** + **Location: Indianapolis, IN** **Masters degree in behavioral health related field required.** _Must have required licensure - Full licensure preferred but will consider Associate level licensure or temp Associate license!_ _Potential opportunities as a School Therapist (Full license required), Day School or PHP/IOP programs are available!_ _This is a_ _general posting_ _for the Stress Center._ _We will review our open opportunities together and determine the best fit or invite you to our candidate pool for future openings._ **Benefits** + **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 _Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process._ **Responsibilities** 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. **Requirements** 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** Eligible candidates must have a master’s in Counseling, Social Work, or another related field and must have a license as a LMHC, LCAC, LMFT, or LCSW - Associate level license is accepted but full licensure is required for the School Therapist role. **Why Join Our Team** Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ 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. **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. 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