Autonomous LPC: Geriatric Therapy in Long-Term Care

Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution; Jefferson City (MO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

No evenings, weekends, or on-call

Autonomy in daily workflow

APA-accredited CEUs at no cost

Mentorship and consultation

Job summary

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health — Long-Term Care Clinical Services is seeking a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to join our integrated clinical team onsite at local LTC facilities. You will provide therapy, assessments, care planning, and behavioral health support to residents, with a Monday–Friday schedule and strong administrative backing.

We value autonomy, professional growth, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, while offering comprehensive benefits and a supportive work

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted LPC license.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
• Comfortable navigating LTC environments.
• Commitment to timely documentation and high-quality care.

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, behavioral disturbances, and other conditions common in LTC settings.
• Deliver behavioral management and brief, goal-oriented interventions aligned with best practices in geriatric care.
• Work closely with nursing, social services, rehabilitation, and medical providers to coordinate treatment and improve resident outcomes.
• Participate in care plan discussions, facility meetings, and case collaborations as needed.
• Maintain complete and timely documentation using our Geriatric Notes Tool (GNT).
• Follow ethical, professional, and regulatory guidelines for clinical documentation, confidentiality, and care delivery.
• Build strong, professional relationships with facility staff and leadership.
• Serve as a behavioral health resource and trusted partner in supporting residents’ mental and emotional needs.

Skills

Empathy

Communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Autonomy

Job description

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health — Long-Term Care Clinical Services is seeking a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to join our integrated clinical team onsite at local LTC facilities. You will provide therapy, assessments, care planning, and behavioral health support to residents, with a Monday–Friday schedule and strong administrative backing.

We value autonomy, professional growth, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, while offering comprehensive benefits and a supportive work