Therapist Inpatient

Ascension Recovery Services • Columbus, IN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Therapist Location: Indiana Treatment Centers – Columbus, IN Full-Time | Exempt | On-Site Join a team that’s changing lives. At Indiana Treatment Centers – Columbus and our affiliated treatment centers, we are building something different—programs that deliver exceptional, person-centered care and restore hope for individuals, families, and communities impacted by substance use and mental health disorders. Our work is grounded in trauma-informed care, compassion, and integrity, and every team member plays a meaningful role in a client’s recovery journey. Whether you’re delivering therapy, guiding clinical programming, or collaborating across disciplines, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team committed to quality, consistency, and outcomes. If you’re looking for a place where your work truly matters—and where you’ll make a lasting impact—this is it. About the Role: The Therapist is a behavioral health professional responsible for delivering individual, group, and family therapy services within a trauma-informed, recovery-oriented treatment setting. This role includes conducting diagnostic assessments, developing and updating treatment plans, coordinating care, and ensuring high-quality documentation aligned with state, federal, and payer standards. The Clinical Therapist functions as a collaborative member of the multidisciplinary team and plays a key role in supporting client safety, stabilization, and long-term recovery outcomes.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, or a related behavioral health field.
• Willingness to obtain a provisional license in state of employment (e.g., LMHC-A, LMFT-A, LCAC-A)
• Current CPR and First Aid certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Current, unrestricted independent clinical license in the state of employment (e.g., LMHC, LPC, LCSW, LISW, LMFT, Licensed Psychologist).
• State-recognized addiction counseling certification (e.g., CADC, IADC, LADC).
• Experience in residential, detox, or ASAM 3.5/3.7 levels of care.
• Knowledge of Medicaid and commercial payer documentation requirements.
• Training in trauma-specific models, culturally responsive care, or specialty treatment modalities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and risk screenings in accordance with DSM-5 and state guidelines.
• Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans aligned with ASAM criteria and client needs.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy using evidence-based modalities (CBT, DBT, MI, etc.).
• Respond to crises in accordance with facility policy, ensuring safety and clinical integrity.
• Document all therapy services accurately and within required timeframes, following Medicaid, payer, and licensing standards.
• Maintain clinically appropriate progress notes, treatment plan reviews, discharge summaries, and incident documentation.
• Uphold confidentiality, ethical guidelines, and trauma-informed documentation practices.
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, case consultations, and utilization management reviews.
• Coordinate with internal clinical, medical, and RSS staff to support integrated care.
• Communicate with external partners, referral sources, and family systems as appropriate.
• Provide mentorship or consultation to interns or unlicensed staff within scope.
• Maintain active licensure and credentials; complete required continuing education and trainings.
• Engage in supervision (if applicable) and performance evaluation processes.
• Participate in program improvement initiatives and clinical projects as assigned.

Benefits

• ICHRA Health Benefit – choose the plan that fits your needs, with premium reimbursement
• Dental & Vision Insurance
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance, with optional supplemental coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) + paid holidays
• Paid Training & Continuing Education (CEU reimbursement)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

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