Geriatric LCSW – Autonomy & Team Support

Deer-Oaks-Mental-Health-Associate; Princeton (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO & holidays

Liability insurance

CEUs at no cost

Mentorship

Job summary

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health is seeking a licensed clinical social worker to join our interdisciplinary team in long-term care facilities. You will provide individual, family, and group therapy, conduct assessments, and support residents with various mental health needs in a geriatric setting.

The role offers Monday–Friday scheduling, autonomy, and strong clinical and administrative support to focus on patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted LCSW 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.
• 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, and other LTC conditions.
• Deliver behavioral management and brief, goal-oriented interventions.
• 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 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

LCSW license

Driver's license

Communication skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Documentation

Job description

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health is seeking a licensed clinical social worker to join our interdisciplinary team in long-term care facilities. You will provide individual, family, and group therapy, conduct assessments, and support residents with various mental health needs in a geriatric setting.

The role offers Monday–Friday scheduling, autonomy, and strong clinical and administrative support to focus on patient outcomes.