Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs in Indiana
Behavioral Health Therapist jobs in Indiana reflect steady, active demand concentrated in community mental health centers, hospital systems, and substance use treatment programs, with openings at every level from entry-level associate therapist to clinical supervisor. Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and Bloomington account for the largest share of postings, where employers such as Eskenazi Health, Centerstone, and Community Health Network maintain consistent hiring pipelines. The most in-demand specialties include substance use disorder counseling, trauma-focused therapy, and child and adolescent behavioral health. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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At HealthLinc, we understand that mental health and physical health can affect each other, both positively and negatively. That is why we have integrated care teams with primary care providers, pharmacists, nurses, community health workers, peer support professionals, and Integrated Behavioral Health Therapists who provide integrated, holistic health services to improve patients’ mental and physical well-being. As an Integrated Behavioral Health Therapist, you will provide single session therapy (SST) or ongoing therapy interventions to patients who have mental health, substance use, and/or physical health conditions impacting their well-being, while integrating your care with professionals on the care team. You will report to the Site Operations Director and receive clinical guidance and support from clinical leaders.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Utilize practice-based learning through review of literature, outcomes data, and reflection on interventions provided to patients for self-improvement.
- Available for warm handoffs from care team members by being in the clinic.
- Provides evidence-based single session therapy or ongoing therapy interventions in 20-40 minute sessions for all ages and conditions based on the patient’s needs and preferences.
- Provides primary care providers with same-day verbal feedback on patient encounters either in person or via EHR.
- Participate in regular consultation and staffing with the primary care providers, psychiatry, community health workers, pharmacists, peer support professionals, and other care team members to provide integrated care.
- Provides specialty behavioral health referrals for specialized treatment, intensive outpatient programs (IOP), residential, or inpatient care when appropriate.
- May provide occasional intensive case management services.
- Provides a range of services including screening and interventions related to chronic disease management programs.
- Conducts risk assessments, as indicated.
- Provides psychoeducation for patients’ families.
- Writes clear and concise progress notes in the EHR explaining assessment findings, interventions delivered, and recommendations made to the primary care provider, while adhering to administrative requirements.
- Educates primary care providers in the basic principles of brief behavioral interventions, evidence-based therapy and cognitive behavioral interventions and reinforce their use in the medical visit.
- Provides assistance in capturing program evaluation and fidelity measures.
- Attends relevant meetings, including all staff, clinical, and provider meetings.
- All HealthLinc staff is committed to engage in quality improvement initiatives that align with and support Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH).
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Licensure
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy
- LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT
Experience
- 1-2 years’ experience of post-degree clinical experience preferred.
- Additional primary-care experience preferred.
Skills/Job Requirement
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proven ability to work well in a team environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to follow HealthLinc policies and procedures.
Technology Skills
- Operate a multi-line phone system and other office equipment including printers, fax machines, etc.
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, EHR, online sources, etc.)
At HealthLinc, we understand that mental health and physical health can affect each other, both positively and negatively. That is why we have integrated care teams with primary care providers, pharmacists, nurses, community health workers, peer support professionals, and Integrated Behavioral Health Therapists who provide integrated, holistic health services to improve patients’ mental and physical well-being. As an Integrated Behavioral Health Therapist, you will provide single session therapy (SST) or ongoing therapy interventions to patients who have mental health, substance use, and/or physical health conditions impacting their well-being, while integrating your care with professionals on the care team. You will report to the Site Operations Director and receive clinical guidance and support from clinical leaders.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Utilize practice-based learning through review of literature, outcomes data, and reflection on interventions provided to patients for self-improvement.
- Available for warm handoffs from care team members by being in the clinic.
- Provides evidence-based single session therapy or ongoing therapy interventions in 20-40 minute sessions for all ages and conditions based on the patient’s needs and preferences.
- Provides primary care providers with same-day verbal feedback on patient encounters either in person or via EHR.
- Participate in regular consultation and staffing with the primary care providers, psychiatry, community health workers, pharmacists, peer support professionals, and other care team members to provide integrated care.
- Provides specialty behavioral health referrals for specialized treatment, intensive outpatient programs (IOP), residential, or inpatient care when appropriate.
- May provide occasional intensive case management services.
- Provides a range of services including screening and interventions related to chronic disease management programs.
- Conducts risk assessments, as indicated.
- Provides psychoeducation for patients’ families.
- Writes clear and concise progress notes in the EHR explaining assessment findings, interventions delivered, and recommendations made to the primary care provider, while adhering to administrative requirements.
- Educates primary care providers in the basic principles of brief behavioral interventions, evidence-based therapy and cognitive behavioral interventions and reinforce their use in the medical visit.
- Provides assistance in capturing program evaluation and fidelity measures.
- Attends relevant meetings, including all staff, clinical, and provider meetings.
- All HealthLinc staff is committed to engage in quality improvement initiatives that align with and support Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH).
- Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Licensure
- Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or Marriage and Family Therapy
- LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT
Experience
- 1-2 years’ experience of post-degree clinical experience preferred.
- Additional primary-care experience preferred.
Skills/Job Requirement
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proven ability to work well in a team environment.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to follow HealthLinc policies and procedures.
Technology Skills
- Operate a multi-line phone system and other office equipment including printers, fax machines, etc.
- Basic computer skills (Microsoft Office, EHR, online sources, etc.)
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The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health therapist jobs across Indiana.
- Active Indiana LCSW, LMHC, LCAC, or equivalent clinical license required
- Master's degree in social work, counseling, psychology, or related clinical field
- Experience delivering individual and group therapy in a clinical or community setting
- Proficiency with electronic health records and behavioral health documentation standards
- Ability to conduct diagnostic assessments using DSM-5 criteria
- Commitment to trauma-informed, culturally responsive care practices
Behavioral Health Therapist Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a behavioral health therapist in Indiana?
You become a behavioral health therapist in Indiana by completing a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a closely related field, then obtaining licensure through the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency. Depending on your focus, you would pursue the Licensed Mental Health Counselor credential or the Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential, both of which require supervised clinical hours and a passing score on the relevant national licensing examination. The Indiana Professional Licensing Agency administers all applications and renewals.
Which companies hire behavioral health therapists in Indiana?
Indiana behavioral health therapist roles are posted by Community Health Network, Indiana University Health, and The Jane Pauley Community Health Center and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Indiana's employer mix skews toward large integrated health systems and community mental health centers with multi-site footprints across both urban and rural counties.
Which Indiana cities have the most behavioral health therapist jobs?
Indianapolis, Kokomo, and Lafayette lead Indiana in behavioral health therapist openings. Indianapolis generates the highest volume by far because it is home to the state's largest hospital systems and community mental health networks, while Fort Wayne and Bloomington draw consistent postings from regional health systems, university-affiliated clinics, and county-funded behavioral health programs that serve dense surrounding populations.
Are there remote behavioral health therapist jobs in Indiana?
Yes, and more than most clinical fields, because teletherapy has become a widely accepted delivery model for behavioral health services. About 21% of behavioral health therapist openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how broadly telehealth infrastructure has been adopted. The roles most consistently offered remotely are outpatient individual therapy and care coordination, while crisis intervention and residential treatment positions remain primarily on-site.
How can I get hired as a behavioral health therapist in Indiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for associate therapist or therapist resident positions at Indiana community mental health centers such as Centerstone or Adult and Child Health, which regularly hire provisionally licensed candidates and provide the supervision hours required for full licensure. Lateral moves from case manager, crisis intervention specialist, or psychiatric rehabilitation aide roles are common stepping stones at these same organizations. Completing your supervised hours under an Indiana-approved LCSW or LMHC supervisor and holding a provisional license from the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency gives new candidates a clear advantage in the applicant pool.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health therapist jobs in Indiana?
You can find and apply to behavioral health therapist jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Indiana openings updated continuously. Search the listings to find roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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