Licensed Professional Counselor
Senior Care Therapy is seeking full-time or part-time Licensed Professional Counselors to join our mission of providing in-person psychotherapy services to the geriatric population. We currently serve over 300 Skilled Nursing Facilities including sub-acute, long-term care, and assisted livings throughout NJ, NY, PA, and MD. As a clinician-owned and operated company, SCT takes pride in providing supportive counseling through patient-centered psychology services that has a meaningful impact on residents' mood, functioning, and overall quality of life. By working collaboratively with facility staff, SCT aims to improve outcomes for both residents and the care teams that support them.
About the role
We handle all administrative responsibilities—including billing, insurance, credentialing, and pre-certifications—so you can focus on providing exceptional clinical care. This role offers flexible daytime hours with autonomy, no administrative tasks, no cancellations, and no no-shows.
Responsibilities
- Conduct individual and group psychotherapy sessions for patients in a subacute or skilled nursing facility.
- Assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of emotional and behavioral health conditions, including depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, and cognitive decline.
- Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans tailored to the needs of each patient.
- Collaborate with facility staff, interdisciplinary teams, and family members to support patient care.
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory standards using our clinician-designed electronic medical/health system (EHR).
- Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as needed.
Requirements
- Active and unrestricted license to practice as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state you are applying for.
- Effective oral and written communication in English.
- Basic proficiency with technology, including electronic health records (EHR).
- Strong organizational and documentation skills, with attention to regulatory compliance.
- Ability to provide in-person services at assigned facilities, including travel up to 45 minutes.
- Ability to walk, stand, and move between patient rooms and offices within the facility throughout the day.
- Full vaccination and booster status may be required in some facilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous clinical experience in a subacute, long-term care, or geriatric healthcare setting.
- History of treating anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders.
- Psych or addictions experience is a plus.
- Excellent time management and organizational skills.
Benefits
- Customizable part-time or full-time opportunities tailored to your personal and professional goals.
- 32-hour and 40-hour equivalent work week opportunities.
- Salary ranges from $56,000–$90,000 with uncapped fee-for-service (FFS) bonus opportunity.
- Sign-on bonus up to $6,000 for full-time employees.
- Flexible daytime hours with autonomy.
- Clinician-designed EMR (EHR Your Way).
- SCT University CEU Reimbursement Program.
- Psychologist-led training on day one with ongoing support.
- Clinical team support: peer-to-peer learning.
- Cutting-edge resources and mentorship for career growth.
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and ancillary benefits (full-time).
- 401(k) plan with up to 3% company match (part-time and full-time, day one).
- Malpractice insurance provided.
- PTO and holiday pay (full-time).