$5,000 SIGN ON BONUS INCLUDED

The Therapist (LCSW, LMFT, LMHC or LCAC) provides information, assessment, crisis intervention and other mental health services to assigned patients. The therapist would develop individualized treatment plans for patients.

The therapist conducts and coordinates mental health counseling to include but is not limited to: family, marriage, drug/alcohol referrals and social assessments.

Job Responsibilities of a Therapist at HealthNet

• Completes diagnostic summaries and communicates assessment findings and recommendations to the treatment team.
• Determines if person needs crisis intervention or long-term care.
• Counsels patients and families regarding emotional, social and financial consequences of illness and/or disability
• Provides mental health counseling to include crisis intervention and short-term counseling for patients and families.
• Enters treatment, writes patient progress notes, updates, continuing care plans, necessary consents, referrals and follow-up activities in the patient’s chart
• Participates in continuing education programs for professional growth.
• Develops professional referral relationships and resources to help patients in ways not available through the health center system itself.

Position Schedule

• 8am-5pm four days a week and 11:30am-8pm one day a week.
• Currently due to COVID restrictions and regulations the position is almost entirely virtual in terms of meeting with patients. There may be few in person clinic visits but at Therapist’s discretion.

Diversity & Inclusion

• We commit to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment, where all employees, whatever their gender, race, ethnicity, national origin, age, sexual orientation or identity, education, or disability, feels valued and respected.
• We take a nondiscriminatory approach and provides equal opportunity for employment and advancement in respective departments, programs, and worksites.
• We strive to respect and value diverse life experiences and heritages and ensures that all voices are valued and heard.
• We pledge to modeling diversity and inclusion and to maintaining an inclusive environment with equitable treatment for all.

The job responsibilities are a summary, other tasks and responsibilities may be assigned by the Behavioral Health Director or Clinic Manager.

Who is HealthNet?

https://www.indyhealthnet.org/

HealthNet is a nonprofit 501 (c) (3) organization of community-based health centers located in Indianapolis and Bloomington, IN Since 1968, HealthNet has improved the health status of the neighborhoods it serves by making quality health services accessible to everyone. HealthNet annually provides affordable health care to more than 61,000 individuals through its network of 9 primary care health centers 5 dental clinics, 9 school-based clinics, a mobile health unit, and additional support services. HealthNet’s mission is to improve lives with compassionate health care and support services, regardless of ability to pay.

Requirements

(Please, consider applying even if you do not meet all of the listed criteria below. We would love to engage with you for other possible opportunities or explore your areas of skill a little deeper)

What you’ll need as a Therapist at HealthNet

• Requires LCSW or equivalent license.
• Masters in specialty area; i.e. Psychiatric Nursing; Social Work; Counseling; Psychology or other related area.
• Four-Five years of therapy experience.
• Comprehensive clinical experience in mental health treatment preferred.
• Requires knowledge of child/adult protective services and legal issues such as Immediate Detention and Emergency Detention.
• Knowledge of state and federal laws relative to assigned area.
• Knowledge about human behavior and principles of growth and development over the life span.
• Knowledge about substance abuse and mental health issues as well as available resources in these specialty areas.
• Knowledge about community resources and entitlement programs.
• Electronic charting experience preferred.

The skills you’ll bring as a Therapist at HealthNet

• Bi-lingual skills a plus.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Excellent time management skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to be a team player, willing to work with all individuals involved in the treatment of the patient.
• Ability to relate to variety age; cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
• Ability to maintain professional relationships with clients; co-workers and community partners.
• Passionate about patient care.
• Reliable transportation required. May need to travel.

Why work at HealthNet?

SIGN ON BONUS OF $5,000

• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Time Off
• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision Plan
• Life Insurance
• 401k Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Funding provided to assist in further pursuing additional education.
• Incentive bonus
• Flexible work schedules encouraging a balance between work and personal life

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

HealthNet is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.