LCSW - Mental Health Counselor

About This Role

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), you will be a vital part of a team that truly makes a difference in the lives of older adults. This role is more than just providing behavioral health care—it’s about building meaningful relationships, offering compassionate support, and ensuring that seniors receive the person-centered care they deserve.

In this role, you’ll work closely with an Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) to integrate behavioral health services into holistic care plans, ensuring that participants feel heard, understood, and supported. Whether you’re providing therapy, guiding care planning, collaborating with specialists, or educating staff, your expertise will shape the way we approach mental health in older adults.

This is the perfect opportunity for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, embraces problem-solving with empathy and patience, and is committed to making a lasting impact. If you’re looking for a role where your skills and compassion come together to improve the well-being of seniors, we’d love to welcome you to our team!

• Behavioral Health Assessment & Treatment – Provide behavioral health diagnosis, care planning, and therapy to address a range of mental health concerns, ensuring that each participant receives the care they need.
• Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration – Work closely with the IDT to educate team members on behavioral health assessments, goal setting, and interventions, helping them better understand mental health conditions, substance use disorders, and behavioral manifestations of dementia.
• Care Plan Integration – Partner with clinicians and care teams to ensure behavioral health needs are seamlessly incorporated into participant care plans.
• Community Partnership & Referral Coordination – Build and maintain strong relationships with community behavioral health specialists, ensuring smooth referrals and coordinated care when needed.
• Geriatric Psychiatry Coordination – Work with consulting geriatric psychiatrists to facilitate communication and optimize behavioral health resources for participants.
• Crisis & Inpatient Support – Follow participants admitted to inpatient psychiatric facilities, ensuring that their needs are addressed and that post-discharge behavioral health interventions support their recovery.
• Behavioral Health Evaluation & Diagnosis – Assess participants with unclear behavioral health conditions to establish accurate diagnoses and care plans.
• Education & Training – Provide training to staff on behavioral health topics, helping to build a culture of understanding and support for participants facing mental health challenges. Occasionally, provide education directly to participants and caregivers.
• Adaptability & Support – Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the behavioral health needs of participants and the overall success of the organization.

• Mission-Driven & Compassionate – Passionate about serving high-risk seniors and frail older adults with dignity, respect, and empathy.
• Experienced in Behavioral Health – At least 3 years of experience working in behavioral health, specifically with elderly or medically complex populations.
• Licensed & Credentialed – Current and active License in Clinical Social Work (LCSW) in the state of California or equivalent licensure (LPCC, RN with BH certification, LICSW with behavioral health specialty, psychologist, LMHC, or other Mental Health specialist with appropriate experience).
• Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration – Previous experience working as part of an Interdisciplinary Team, contributing to holistic care planning.
• Strong Communication Skills – Ability to clearly and effectively communicate with participants, caregivers, and team members.
• Empathetic & Patient – A compassionate approach to care, with the patience to support participants through behavioral health challenges.
• Critical Thinking & Problem Solving – Strong ability to assess situations, make informed decisions, and develop effective solutions.
• Knowledgeable in Social Work & Substance Use Theories – Understanding of various social work frameworks and substance use treatment models.

• PACE Experience Preferred – Prior experience working in a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) is a plus.
• Certified in CPR & First Aid – Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 60 days of employment.

• Enjoy a Consistent Schedule – This role follows a Monday–Friday schedule, giving you the stability and work-life balance you deserve.
• Be Part of an Engaging On-Site Team – This is a 100% on-site role, where you’ll have the opportunity to build strong connections with participants and colleagues in a supportive, hands-on environment.
• Join Us in a Thriving Community – Our facility is located in Compton, CA (90221), where you’ll be part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful impact on the lives of older adults.

$80,000 - $100,000 a year

myPlace Health offers a robust compensation package for this role that includes cash compensation and other total rewards. Base pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, relevant work and industry experience, certifications, and location of the role. Onsite roles include appropriate geographic adjustments, while remote roles are typically priced off national pay data.

A Workplace Recognized for Excellence: We are proud to be Certified as a Best Place to Work in 2025, reflecting our commitment to a supportive, inclusive, and rewarding work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference.

Competitive Incentive Plan: Performance-based incentive plan that is beyond the industry standard.

Growth and feedback opportunities: Enjoy two performance reviews each year (if applicable), designed to support your professional development and celebrate your contributions to our team's success!

Preparing you for retirement: 401k with Employer match.

Medical Plans to fit your needs: Your choice of 6 medical plans, with premium coverage of up to 80% for employees and 75% for all dependents.

Ancillary benefits to meet your other needs: Dental and vision plans to meet your needs of you and your dependents; health savings account, flexible spending accounts, short- and long-term disability coverages, as well as basic life insurance. myPlace is also proud to offer accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness benefits for our team.

Generous time off: PTO starting at 20 days per year; plus 12 paid holidays per year, and 2 floating holidays per year.

Professional Development top of mind: Generous CME/CEU budget and time off, and professional development opportunities.

Making your home office comfortable: A one-time stipend towards setting up your home office, if applicable.

Family friendly environment: Family friendly policies, including paid new parent leave and new child care stipend.