Psychotherapist/Counselor

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Be a trusted resource for residents: Conduct thorough psychological assessments and develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs.
• Provide meaningful therapy: Offer individual counseling for depression, anxiety, grief, adjustment disorders, and cognitive changes using evidence-based techniques.
• Partner across disciplines: Work closely with physicians, nurses, and facility staff to ensure residents receive seamless, integrated care.
• Support in times of need: Respond to emotional or psychological crises with immediate intervention and support.
• Ensure quality and compliance: Keep accurate, confidential records and follow ethical, state, and federal guidelines.
• Embrace technology: Navigate multiple electronic medical records with confidence and accuracy.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Licensure: Current and valid state licensure to practice independently as a Psychologist (Ph.D/Psy.D.), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LISW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
• Experience: Previous experience in a mental health role, preferably in a geriatric or long-term care setting. Experience working with elderly populations and understanding age-related mental health issues is highly preferred.
• Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build rapport with residents and families; strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic skills.