LPC, LCSW, Psychologist Macon, GA

Psych Health Associates; Cochran (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1099 or W-2 options

Full/part-time options

Flexible scheduling

On-site patient care

Job summary

Psych Health Associates is seeking a Georgia-licensed LPC, LCSW, or Psychologist to provide on-site behavioral health services across multiple post-acute care facilities in Cochran, Thomaston, and Wadley, GA. The clinician will travel between facilities, conduct rounds, assess patients, and coordinate with facility staff to deliver comprehensive care.

The role emphasizes collaboration with the Psychology Division and a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• Must hold and maintain a current Georgia professional license in good standing.
• Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Psychologist authorized to practice in Georgia.
• Current national certification or board certification, when applicable to the clinician's professional discipline.
• Experience in post-acute, skilled nursing, or similar healthcare settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient evaluations, obtain clinical histories, and document findings accurately.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation per charting and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals for treatment plans.
• Submit treatment plans and goals for periodic review by the supervising physician.
• Provide patient education on health, wellness, coping strategies, and disease prevention.
• Coordinate referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers as needed.
• Complete required documentation related to deaths, communicable diseases, and reportable events.
• Collaborate with Psychology Division providers and facility staff to support continuity and quality of care.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Clinical judgment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Georgia professional license

LPC/LCSW/Psychologist licensed in GA

Tools

EMR system

Job description

About this position

Location: Cochran, Thomaston and Wadley, GA

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) / Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)/Licensed Psychologist

Location: Cochran, Thomaston and Wadley, GA

JOB SUMMARY

Psych Health Associates is seeking a qualified Georgia-licensed LPC, LCSW or Psychologist to provide high-quality behavioral health services to patients residing in post-acute care facilities. The clinician will travel to multiple facilities each day to conduct patient rounds, communicate with patients and facility staff, and provide comprehensive assessment, diagnosis, treatment, consultation, education, and follow-up care.

The clinician will collaborate closely with providers within the Psychology Division and interdisciplinary facility teams to ensure coordinated, patient-centered care.

Position Highlights

• Georgia licensure required
• On-site patient care
• 1099 or W-2 employment options
• Full time or part-time options
• Flexible scheduling

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS

• Conduct patient evaluations, obtain clinical histories, and document findings accurately and thoroughly.
• Maintain timely and accurate clinical documentation in accordance with established charting and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive, individualized treatment plans.
• Submit patient treatment plans, goals, and recommendations for periodic review by the supervising physician, as appropriate.
• Provide patient education regarding health, wellness, coping strategies, disease prevention, and other relevant areas of care.
• Coordinate referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers when clinically indicated.
• Complete required documentation and reporting related to deaths, communicable diseases, and other reportable events in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Collaborate with Psychology Division providers and facility staff to support continuity and quality of care.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must hold and maintain a current Georgia professional license in good standing.
• Must be a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Psychologist authorized to practice in Georgia.
• Current national certification or board certification, when applicable to the clinician's professional discipline.
• Previous experience providing behavioral health services in post-acute, skilled nursing, assisted living, or similar healthcare settings is preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong written, verbal, interpersonal, and electronic communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, sound clinical judgment, creativity, and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with physicians, facility staff, and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to prioritize responsibilities and manage a patient caseload across multiple facilities.
• Commitment to providing compassionate, ethical, and high-quality patient care.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior experience using an electronic medical records (EMR) system.
• Bilingual English/Spanish skills are a plus but not required.
• Ability and willingness to travel between assigned post-acute care facilities.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

Reports to the Supervisory Psychiatric Physician / Executive Director.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, facility staff, and members of the healthcare team.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and move throughout healthcare facilities as required to provide patient care.
• Ability to use a computer, printer, scanner, and other standard office equipment.
• Ability to sit and/or stand and view a computer screen for extended periods.
• Ability to perform repetitive hand and wrist movements for documentation and computer use.
• Ability to use hands and fingers for handling, grasping, and operating office equipment.
• Ability to reach with hands and arms as necessary to perform job duties.
• Ability to travel to and work on-site at multiple post-acute care facilities.