A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
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Behavioral Health Counselor MS Job Description Overview Position Title:
Behavioral Health Counselor -
MS Location:
Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie, IN Shift:
Full-Time, Days — Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM (Onsite)
Position Overview:
The Counselor provides outpatient behavioral health services, including individual, family, and group counseling. This role involves facilitating patient involvement in treatment, conducting psychosocial assessments, and supporting emotional, social, and physical well-being. The Counselor also serves as a point person for cases involving abuse, neglect, domestic violence, and protective services, coordinating with community agencies as needed. The position emphasizes delivering evidence-based practices, crisis intervention, and maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Facilitate patient participation in treatment and educational activities. Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide therapeutic interventions for patients and families. Provide mental health assessments upon physician referral and support crisis intervention efforts. Assist with discharge planning, ensuring appropriate follow-up and resource connection. Serve as a liaison for cases involving child and adult abuse, neglect, institutional abuse, and domestic violence, coordinating with protective services. Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment and support daily activities and programming. Document clinical activities accurately in electronic medical records. Develop and maintain strong relationships with community agencies, law enforcement, schools, and other stakeholders.
Qualifications & Requirements:
Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field. 0-3 years of relevant healthcare, mental health, or community-based experience. License-eligible in Indiana as an LCSW, LMHC, LMFT, or LCAC; must have a minimum of a permanent LSW, LMHC-A, or LMFT-A upon hire. Certification in crisis intervention may be required; BLS certification may also be required. Knowledge of evidence-based practices (CBT, MI, DBT), crisis de-escalation, and legal mandates for protective services. Understanding of the impact of disease processes and human behavior in psychosocial assessments and crisis intervention. Knowledge of growth and development principles across the lifespan. Ability to create a safe, therapeutic environment and instruct on daily activities. Basic proficiency in Electronic Medical Records and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Strong relationship-building skills with community, healthcare, law enforcement, and social service agencies. To learn more about our benefits, visit: IU Health Benefits Interested? Apply today to be part of our team and help us deliver exceptional care. We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
