Outpatient Therapist (LCAC/LSW)

Ethan Crossing of Indianapolis • Indianapolis, IN

5d • $60,000 - $70,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Ethan’s Crossing is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and motivated Outpatient Therapist to join our behavioral health team in Indianapolis, Indiana. The therapist will provide evidence-based, person-centered clinical services to individuals experiencing substance use disorders, mental health concerns, and co-occurring conditions. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping individuals achieve lasting recovery and is comfortable working with clients across varying stages of treatment and recovery.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related behavioral health field.
• Must hold one of the following Indiana credentials: LCAC – Licensed Clinical Addiction Counselor, LSW – Licensed Social Worker, LMHC – Licensed Mental Health Counselor
• Must maintain a license/credential in good standing.
• Strong clinical documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary treatment team.

Nice To Haves

• Previous behavioral health, substance use, or outpatient clinical experience preferred.
• Experience treating substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Experience in outpatient, residential, PHP, IOP, or other behavioral health settings.
• Experience facilitating individual and group therapy.
• Familiarity with Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, trauma-informed care, and relapse-prevention approaches.
• Experience working with clients transitioning from higher levels of care into outpatient services.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive clinical assessments and identify client strengths, needs, and treatment goals.
• Develop and maintain individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy as clinically appropriate.
• Provide treatment for substance use disorders, mental health conditions, and co-occurring disorders.
• Utilize evidence-based and trauma-informed therapeutic interventions.
• Facilitate therapeutic groups and psychoeducational programming.
• Monitor client progress and update treatment interventions as needed.
• Complete timely and accurate clinical documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, assessments, and discharge documentation.
• Participate in clinical staffing, treatment team meetings, case consultations, and supervision.
• Collaborate with case managers, medical and psychiatric providers, families, and community resources.
• Identify changes in client presentation and respond appropriately to clinical or behavioral concerns.
• Provide crisis intervention and assist with safety planning when clinically indicated.
• Support clients in developing healthy coping skills, emotional regulation, relapse-prevention strategies, and recovery skills.
• Coordinate referrals and transitions to higher or lower levels of care when appropriate.
• Maintain professional boundaries, confidentiality, and ethical standards.
• Follow all applicable Indiana regulations, organizational policies, and clinical standards.
• Participate in ongoing training and professional development.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health: Multitude of medical plan options (Health Share & Vista Wellness), Dental, and Vision.
• Investment in You: Up to $15,000 in tuition reimbursement and student loan forgiveness programs.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Future Planning: 401(k) with company contribution and Life Insurance.
• Peace of Mind: Accident insurance, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity coverage.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level