Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Deer-Oaks-Mental-Health-Associate; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Liability insurance coverage

APA-accredited CEUs provided

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Deer Oaks seeks a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist to join an integrated treatment team serving older adults and disabled individuals in LTC facilities. You will conduct in-person assessments and provide individual, family and group therapy, with emphasis on behavioral management and geriatric care.

The role emphasizes flexible scheduling within a supportive, clinician-driven environment, ongoing professional development, and opportunities to collaborate across facilities.

Qualifications

• Fully licensed as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
• Excellent organizational, verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Reliable transportation and valid driver's license.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Experience providing therapy in geriatric or LTC settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based psychological services including screening, assessment and treatment planning.
• Manage psychotherapy intakes and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in LTC facilities.
• Provide individual, family and group therapy; behavioral management services.
• Adhere to ethical principles and professional guidelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Tools

GNT (Geriatric Notes Tool)

Job description

Join our dynamic team at Deer Oaks as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and be part of an integrated treatment team that makes a difference in the lives of older adults and physically disabled individuals residing in long-term care (LTC) facilities. With our rich history of providing psychological services since 1992, Deer Oaks is a nationally recognized leader in the Long-Term Care (LTC) geriatric field. We contract with thousands of LTC facilities across the country and are now inviting you to join our esteemed organization.

In this role, you will be assigned to a facility or facilities in your local community, allowing you to build meaningful connections with the individuals you serve. You will have the opportunity to conduct in-person assessments, provide individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and offer essential behavioral management services to a diverse range of individuals who are referred for various issues, including depression, anxiety, grief. Adjustment to changes in medical status, substance abuse, and others typically seen in an outpatient setting. We understand the importance of geriatric-focused training and continuous professional development, which is why we provide accredited CEUs and ongoing consultation with our experienced team of clinicians. We are committed to supporting you every step of the way in your career journey and have developed a specialized training program for LMFTs that includes available case consultation with peers and mentors, live training modules to enhance clinical and diagnostic skills, and weekly check-ins with a mentor for additional support as needed.

At Deer Oaks, we value compassion and reliability in our clinicians. We offer a nationally recognized work environment that provides ample opportunities for personal and professional growth. As an LMFT, this is your chance to be part of an organization that prioritizes the psychological and psychiatric well-being of individuals in LTC facilities located in your area.

Join our team and enjoy a range of benefits that enhance your work-life balance and support your career:

• Freedom to create your own schedule: Monday – Friday, business hours, no rigid start/end times; no on‑call or after‑hours work required (part‑time options available)
• Administrative overhead (billing, collections, insurance Specialists, etc.) allows you to focus solely on providing high‑quality clinical services.
• Liability Insurance covered 100% (full‑time and part‑time)
• Access to APA‑accredited CEUs provided by our clinical experts at no cost to you.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan (full‑time and part‑time)

Key Responsibilities:

Provide evidence‑based psychological services, including screening, assessment, and treatment planning.

• Manage psychotherapy intakes and treatment plans
• Collaborate as a part of a multidisciplinary team working with patients in Long-Term Care facilities in your area.
• Provide individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and offer essential behavioral management services.
• Adhere to ethical principles and professional guidelines.

Requirements:

• Fully licensed as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Excellent organizational, verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Maintains own schedule of counseling sessions, and utilize Geriatric Notes Tool (GNT) to complete session notes in a timely manner.
• Maintains professional relationships with patients and facility partners.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

To explore further information regarding Deer Oaks and potential opportunities with our organization, kindly visit our official website at www.deeroaks.com.

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