Licensed Independent Social Worker

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

Benefits offered by this job

Liability insurance provided (100% CP)

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision,

HIPAA-compliant documentation system

Job summary

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health — Long-Term Care Clinical Services is hiring a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) for full-time work in one or more local long-term care facilities. You will provide therapy, assessments, care planning, and behavioral health support on a Monday–Friday schedule.

The role emphasizes autonomy within an interdisciplinary team, with strong administrative and clinical support to focus on patient well-being and quality of life for older adults and those with chronic

Qualifications

• Active LISW license and eligibility to practice in Ohio.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently within an interdisciplinary team.
• Strong documentation and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to LTC residents.
• Conduct clinical assessments, psychosocial evaluations, and treatment planning.
• Coordinate with nursing, social services, rehab, and medical staff.
• Maintain compliant, timely documentation using GNT.

Skills

Active LISW license

Strong communication

Independent with teamwork

Organization

Education

MSW with LISW licensure

Tools

GNT (Geriatric Notes Tool)

Job description

Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW)- full time

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health — Long-Term Care Clinical Services

Join a mission-driven behavioral health organization that has been a trusted partner to Long-Term Care (LTC) communities for over 30 years. Deer Oaks is a nationally recognized leader in geriatric behavioral health, partnering with thousands of facilities across the country to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to older adults and individuals with chronic medical conditions.

We are seeking a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) to join our integrated clinical team. In this role, you will work onsite in one or more long-term care facilities within your local community, providing therapy, assessment, care planning, and behavioral health support. This position offers professional autonomy, a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, and robust administrative and clinical support so you can focus on what matters most—helping patients thrive.

What You’ll Do

As a key member of the interdisciplinary team, you will:

Clinical Care

• 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.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• 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.

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain complete and timely documentation using our Geriatric Notes Tool (GNT).
• Follow ethical, professional, and regulatory guidelines for clinical documentation, confidentiality, and care delivery.

Facility Partnership

• 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.

Why Choose Deer Oaks?

We are a provider-centric organization that takes pride in supporting our clinicians with the tools, training, and benefits they need to succeed.

Work-Life Balance

• Autonomy in organizing your daily workflow and caseload

Professional Growth

• ASWB-accredited CEUs at no cost
• Ongoing clinical support, mentorship, and consultation
• Access to geriatric-specific clinical training and specialty resources

Robust Administrative Support

• Dedicated teams for billing, collections, credentialing, insurance, and scheduling
• HIPAA-compliant documentation system and efficient workflows
• Liability insurance provided (100% company-paid) for full-time and part-time staff
• Competitive compensation model
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Generous PTO and paid holidays

Who Thrives in this Role?

• LICSWs who value autonomy paired with team collaboration
• Clinicians who enjoy working with older adults and medically complex individuals
• Strong communicators comfortable partnering with facility staff
• Providers who are organized, compassionate, and clinically confident
• Clinicians seeking long-term stability in a supportive environment

What You’ll Need

• Active, unrestricted LISW 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

About Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution

Focused exclusively on behavioral health in long-term care since 1992, Deer Oaks proudly serves thousands of skilled nursing and assisted living facilities nationwide. Our mission is to enhance the emotional well-being and quality of life of residents through compassionate, clinically excellent behavioral health services.

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