Job Description
Join our dynamic team at Deer Oaks as a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) 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 ASWB-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.
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, with Monday to Friday hours. No on-call or after-hours work required.
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 ASWB-accredited CEUs provided by our clinical experts at no cost to you.
Comprehensive healthcare benefits.
401(k) retirement savings plan.
Full-time100% FTE
Paid time off, paid holidays, and more!
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 Independent Social Worker.
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 . Please feel free to schedule a telephone call with me by visiting or alternatively, you can reach out to me directly via email at dmullins@deeroaks.com or by phone at (210) 237-6478
Deena Mullins
Recruitment Partner
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Job Tags
Full time, Contract work, Local area, Holiday work, Monday to Friday,