Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
Deer Oaks Behavioral Health Long-Term Care Clinical Services
Join a mission-driven behavioral health organization that has been a trusted partner to Long-Term Care (LTC) communities for over 30 years. Deer Oaks is a nationally recognized leader in geriatric behavioral health partnering with thousands of facilities across the country to deliver compassionate evidence-based care to older adults and individuals with chronic medical conditions.
We are seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join our integrated clinical this role you will work onsite in one or more long-term care facilities within your local community providing therapy assessment care planning and behavioral health support. This position offers professional autonomy a predictable MondayFriday schedule and robust administrative and clinical support so you can focus on what matters mosthelping patients thrive.
What Youll Do
As a key member of the interdisciplinary team you will :
Clinical Care
- Provide individual family and group therapy to LTC residents.
- Conduct clinical assessments psychosocial evaluations screenings and treatment planning.
- Support residents with depression anxiety adjustment to illness grief trauma substance use behavioral disturbances and other conditions common in LTC settings.
- Deliver behavioral management and brief goal-oriented interventions aligned with best practices in geriatric care.
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Work closely with nursing social services rehabilitation and medical providers to coordinate treatment and improve resident outcomes.Participate in care plan discussions facility meetings and case collaborations as needed.Documentation & Compliance
Maintain complete and timely documentation using our Geriatric Notes Tool (GNT).Follow ethical professional and regulatory guidelines for clinical documentation confidentiality and care delivery.Facility Partnership
Build strong professional relationships with facility staff and leadership.Serve as a behavioral health resource and trusted partner in supporting residents mental and emotional needs.Why Choose Deer Oaks
We are a provider-centric organization that takes pride in supporting our clinicians with the tools training and benefits they need to succeed.
Work-Life Balance
Flexible scheduling create your own MondayFriday scheduleNo evenings weekends or on-callAutonomy in organizing your daily workflow and caseloadProfessional Growth
ASWB-accredited CEUs at no costOngoing clinical support mentorship and consultationAccess to geriatric-specific clinical training and specialty resourcesRobust Administrative Support
Dedicated teams for billing collections credentialing insurance and schedulingHIPAA-compliant documentation system and efficient workflowsLiability insurance provided (100% company-paid) for full-time and part-time staffCompensation & Benefits
Competitive compensation modelComprehensive medical dental vision and life insurance401(k) retirement planGenerous PTO and paid holidaysFull-time 100% FTE employment with benefits and paid time offWho Thrives in this Role
LCSWs who value autonomy paired with team collaborationClinicians who enjoy working with older adults and medically complex individualsStrong communicators comfortable partnering with facility staffProviders who are organized compassionate and clinically confidentClinicians seeking long-term stability in a supportive environmentWhat Youll Need
Active unrestricted LCSW licenseValid drivers license and reliable transportationStrong written verbal and interpersonal communication skillsAbility to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary teamComfortable navigating LTC environmentsCommitment to timely documentation and high-quality careAbout Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution
Focused exclusively on behavioral health in long-term care since 1992 Deer Oaks proudly serves thousands of skilled nursing and assisted living facilities nationwide. Our mission is to enhance the emotional well-being and quality of life of residents through compassionate clinically excellent behavioral health services.
To learn more about our organization visit .
Key Skills
Motivational Interviewing,Acute Care,Crisis Intervention,Behavioral Health,Intake Experience,Hospice Care,Case Management,Home Care,Child Welfare,Experience with Children,Social Work,Addiction Counseling
Employment Type : Full Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1