Autonomous LPC: Geriatric Behavioral Health Therapist

Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution; Honey Grove (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

PTO

Paid holidays

CEUs

Job summary

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health — Long-Term Care Clinical Services seeks a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to work onsite in local long-term care facilities, delivering therapy, assessments, and care planning within an interdisciplinary team. The role emphasizes autonomy with robust support and a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, aligning with geriatric behavioral health best practices.

The position requires an active LCPC license, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication skills to

Qualifications

• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
• Comfortable navigating LTC environments.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to LTC residents.
• Conduct clinical assessments, psychosocial evaluations, screenings, and treatment planning.
• Support residents with depression, anxiety, adjustment to illness, grief, trauma, substance use, and behavioral disturbances.
• Deliver behavioral management and brief, goal-oriented interventions in geriatric care.

Skills

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Independent work

Education

LCPC license

Job description

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health — Long-Term Care Clinical Services seeks a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to work onsite in local long-term care facilities, delivering therapy, assessments, and care planning within an interdisciplinary team. The role emphasizes autonomy with robust support and a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, aligning with geriatric behavioral health best practices.

The position requires an active LCPC license, a valid driver’s license, and strong communication skills to