Geriatric LPC - Autonomy in LTC Therapy

Deer-Oaks-Mental-Health-Associate; Pittsburg (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

PTO

Paid holidays

Liability insurance (company-paid)

ASWB-accredited CEUs

Job summary

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health - Long-Term Care Clinical Services is seeking a licensed professional counselor to join our integrated clinical team onsite in long-term care facilities within your local community. You will provide therapy, assessments, care planning, and behavioral health support to residents.

The role offers professional autonomy, a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, and robust administrative and clinical support so you can focus on helping patients thrive.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted LCPC 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, behavioral disturbances.
• Deliver behavioral management and brief, goal-oriented interventions aligned with geriatric care best practices.
• 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 the facility’s documentation system.
• Follow ethical, professional, and regulatory guidelines for clinical documentation and care delivery.
• Build strong relationships with facility staff and leadership as a behavioral health resource.

Skills

Active LCPC license

Driver's license

Strong communication

Independent with team

Job description

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health - Long-Term Care Clinical Services is seeking a licensed professional counselor to join our integrated clinical team onsite in long-term care facilities within your local community. You will provide therapy, assessments, care planning, and behavioral health support to residents.

The role offers professional autonomy, a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, and robust administrative and clinical support so you can focus on helping patients thrive.