Geriatric Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Overview

Join our dedicated mental health team as a Geriatric Licensed Mental Health Counselor, where you will play a vital role in providing compassionate, evidence-based psychological support to older adults. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors by delivering comprehensive mental health assessments, therapy, and crisis intervention within a supportive and dynamic environment. You will utilize your expertise in clinical counseling and behavioral health to promote well-being, resilience, and recovery among our geriatric population. This paid position emphasizes professional growth, clinical excellence, and holistic patient care.

Duties

• Conduct thorough mental health assessments and diagnostic evaluations using ICD-9 and ICD-10 coding standards to determine appropriate treatment plans.
• Provide individual, group, and family therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and behavioral therapy tailored for older adults.
• Implement crisis management strategies and crisis intervention techniques to support patients experiencing acute mental health episodes or emergencies.
• Develop personalized treatment plans aligned with clinical documentation standards, including progress notes, medical records, and treatment planning documentation.
• Facilitate telehealth therapy sessions while maintaining HIPAA compliance and ensuring secure electronic medical record (EMR/EHR) documentation.
• Engage in case management activities to coordinate care with healthcare providers, social workers, and family members for comprehensive patient support.
• Utilize research skills to stay current with best practices in geriatric mental health care, including addiction counseling, PTSD care, and co-occurring disorders management.

Experience

• Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), or equivalent licensure with valid certification to practice independently in a clinical setting.
• Demonstrated experience working with older adults in outpatient or inpatient environments, including hospital experience preferred.
• Proven expertise in psychotherapy modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic therapy, trauma-focused therapy, grief counseling, and behavior management techniques.
• Familiarity with ICD coding systems (ICD-9/ICD-10) for accurate diagnosis documentation and billing processes.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorder is highly desirable.
• Strong skills in crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, and managing co-occurring disorders within diverse populations.
• Proficiency with telehealth platforms, EMR/EHR systems, and clinical documentation standards necessary for effective patient care delivery.

This role is ideal for passionate mental health professionals eager to empower seniors through compassionate counseling while advancing their clinical expertise in a supportive environment dedicated to excellence in geriatric mental health care.

Pay: $30.30 - $36.49 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Work Location: In person