What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Based Therapist position at Lutheran Child and Family Services of IN/KY?
Position Title: Home Based Therapist
Organization: Lutheran Child and Family Services of IN/KY Status: Full-Time Location: 1525 N Ritter Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46219
About Lutheran Child and Family Services
Lutheran Child and Family Services of Indiana/Kentucky, Inc. (LCFS) is a nonprofit social service organization founded in 1883. We provide residential and community-based services to children, families, and individuals, guided by our mission:
“Engaging and Empowering Families and Community with Love, Compassion, Faith, and Support.”
Our vision is that every community experiences safety and stability in an environment of respect, healing, and hope.
Position Overview
The Home Based Therapist provides community-based mental health services to individuals and families experiencing emotional or behavioral challenges. Services are delivered in homes, schools, and other community settings to help clients build stability and improve family functioning.
Home Based Therapists primarily serve families on the East side of Marion County, Hamilton County, Hancock County, and Shelby County.
What Success Looks Like in This Role
Within your first 90 days, you will:
- Conduct bio-psychosocial assessments
- Develop treatment plans for clients and families
- Provide individual and family therapy
- Connect clients with community resources
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation
- Collaborate with the clinical team to support client progress
Core Responsibilities
Clinical Services
- Conduct assessments and develop treatment plans
- Provide individual and family therapy in community settings
- Provide crisis intervention when needed
Care Coordination
- Work with treatment teams and community partners
- Connect clients with community resources and services
- Support discharge planning and long-term stability
Documentation & Compliance
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation
- Follow Behavioral Health Services policies and procedures
- Protect client confidentiality
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in a mental health-related field
- Valid Indiana clinical license (LCSW, LMHC, or LMFT)
- Minimum two years of mental health treatment experience
- Valid Indiana Driver’s License and reliable transportation
Working With Us
- Health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits
- Mileage reimbursement for travel to client locations
- Supportive and collaborative clinical team
- Mission-driven nonprofit environment
- Manageable caseload expectations with support from the clinical leadership team
Salary : $64,480