Licensed Behavioral Health Professional; LCSW, LMFT, or LCMHC - Bendix Clinic, South Bend

Licensed Behavioral Health Professional (LCSW, LMFT, or LMHC) – Bendix Clinic, South Bend

We are seeking a compassionate Licensed Behavioral Health Professional to join our integrated care team at the IHC Community Health Center of Bendix in South Bend. The role involves providing comprehensive behavioral health services within the Primary Care Behavioral Health model.

Indiana Health Centers, Inc. (IHC) is a mission‑driven Federally Qualified Health Center that has provided high‑quality, affordable healthcare to underserved populations since 1977. We specialize in integrated care, offering primary medical, dental, and behavioral services across Indiana through ten centers, eight WIC nutrition sites, a Mobile Health Unit, and in‑house pharmacy services.

• 100% outpatient
• 4‑day work week option
• Dedicated administrative time built into your schedule
• No weekends, evenings, or off on major holidays; generous PTO
• Administrative support
• Mission‑driven hybrid flexibility
• Dedicated case manager
• Ongoing professional development training
• Challenging and rewarding work environment

• $5,000.00 retention bonus paid after one year
• $2,500.00 paid for continuing education, including licensing fees and tuition reimbursement
• Paid malpractice
• Day‑1 insurance benefits eligibility
• Employer‑paid Group Life, Short‑term disability, and Long‑term disability coverages and HSA employer contributions
• 403(b) retirement plan matching at one year of employment
• Generous paid time off and floating holidays
• Flexible leave of absence programs
• Personify Health wellness program with paid incentives for participation
• Support Linc Employee Assistance Program with 24/7 access to therapy consultation services

• Provide comprehensive assessment and diagnosis of behavioral health patients
• Assist providers in recognizing and treating mental, psychosocial, and substance abuse disorders
• Develop effective treatment plans and assist patients in achieving goals
• Evaluate crises and apply appropriate interventions and referrals
• Provide assessment, consultation, and brief intervention for psychological/psychiatric disorders
• Maintain an active presence and communicate with PCPs during clinic hours
• Available for same‑day and scheduled initial interventions with patients
• Perform brief, limited follow‑up visits for selected patients
• Actively participate in interdisciplinary meetings to support IHC’s integrated healthcare model
• Assist in detecting “at‑risk” patients and developing preventive plans
  
  Help primary‑care team develop care‑management processes such as guidelines, disease‑management techniques, case management, and patient education to improve self‑management of chronic disease, including substance use
• Teach patients, families, and staff prevention and treatment enhancement techniques
• Monitor the site’s behavioral health program, identify service‑related problems, and make recommendations for improvement

• Excellent working knowledge of behavioral medicine and evidence‑based treatments for medical and mental health conditions
• Comfortable with the pace of primary care and interdisciplinary teamwork
• Ability to design and implement clinical pathways and protocols for chronic conditions
• Proficiency in brief patient contacts and rapid, accurate clinical assessment
• Strong communication skills
• Cultural awareness and sensitivity
• Good knowledge of psychopharmacology

• Master’s degree in social work from an accredited university/college
• LCSW, LMFT, or LMHC licensure in Indiana
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AED included)
• Active, clean Indiana driver’s license with state‑mandated auto insurance
• At least 1 year of experience (3 years or more preferred)

We are an equal‑opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Entry level

Full‑time

Health Care Provider