Licensed Professional Counselor

Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution; Corpus Christi (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible scheduling

No evenings or weekends

Autonomy in workflow

ASWB CEUs at no cost

Job summary

Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution in Corpus Christi, TX, is seeking a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to join our Long-Term Care Clinical Services team. This full-time, on-site role provides therapy, assessments, care planning, and behavioral health support across one or more LTC facilities in the local community with a Monday–Friday schedule.

You will work autonomously within an integrated clinical team, collaborating with nursing, social services, rehabilitation, and medical

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted LPC license in good standing.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
• Experience or interest in geriatric behavioral health is a plus.

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, and other LTC conditions.
• Document care using the GNT and follow HIPAA guidelines.

Skills

Active LPC license

Driver's license

Strong communication

Independent with teamwork

Geriatric behavioral health

Job description

Licensed Professional Counselor- 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 Professional Counselor (LPC) 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

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

• Flexible scheduling — create your own Monday–Friday schedule
• No evenings, weekends, or on-call
• 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

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation model
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance- full time
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous PTO and paid holidays- full time

Who Thrives in this Role?

• LPCs 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 LPC 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

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.

To learn more about our organization, visit www.deeroaks.com.

Or Contact

Deena Mullins, Recruitment Partner, email: [e-mail], Cell: [phone]