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Job Title: Licensed Therapist – Senior Citizens’ Mental Health
Company: Guiding Star Mental Health
Location: Various Locations in Nashville, Tennessee
Employment Type: Full-time/Part-time 1099 contract/ hybrid of remote and in person
Industry: Mental Health Care
About Us:
Guiding Star Mental Health is dedicated to improving the mental health and well-being of senior citizens residing in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and retirement communities. Our mission is to provide compassionate and specialized mental health services, ensuring that our elderly population receives the care and support they deserve.
Position Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Licensed Therapist to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for working with senior citizens and a commitment to improving their mental health and quality of life. As a therapist at Guiding Star Mental Health, you will provide individual and group therapy sessions, develop personalized treatment plans, and work closely with facility staff to support our clients’ mental health needs.
Key Responsibilities:
Conduct individual and group therapy sessions for senior citizens in nursing homes, assisted living facilities, and retirement communities.
Develop and implement personalized treatment plans based on clients’ needs and goals.
Collaborate with facility staff, family members, and other healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.
Monitor and document clients’ progress, adjusting treatment plans as necessary.
Provide crisis intervention and support as needed.
Educate clients and their families about mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with all ethical and legal standards.
Qualifications:
Master’s or Doctoral degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.
MUST HAVE current licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC-MHSP)Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marital and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of Tennessee.
Understanding of the unique mental health needs of senior citizens, or willingness to learn and be trained.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Compassionate, patient, and empathetic approach to client care.
Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems and documentation.
Join us in making a difference in the lives of senior citizens by providing them with the mental health support they need. Apply today!
Job Type: 1099 Contract
Pay: $50.00 – $60.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule, notes at home, no office hours
Schedule: Monday to Friday
No weekends
Application Question(s):
Do you have experience working with senior citizens?
License/Certification:
Temp LPC
LPC
LPC-MHSP
LMFT
LCSW
Ability to Commute:
Nashville, TN (Required)
Willingness to travel:
50% (Preferred)
Work Location: In person at designated facility
Freelance
https://www.indeed.com/job/licensed-mental-health-therapist-2a0951aca2d6175f
