Geriatric LMFT — Autonomy, Mon–Fri LTC Therapy

Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution is seeking a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist to join our integrated clinical team onsite in long-term care facilities. You will provide individual, family, and group therapy, conduct assessments, and support residents with various mental health needs while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

The role offers professional autonomy, a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, and strong administrative and clinical support to focus on

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted LMFT 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.
• 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 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

LMFT license

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Tools

GNT

Job description

Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution is seeking a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist to join our integrated clinical team onsite in long-term care facilities. You will provide individual, family, and group therapy, conduct assessments, and support residents with various mental health needs while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.

The role offers professional autonomy, a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, and strong administrative and clinical support to focus on