Licensed Professional Counselor

Join our dynamic team at Deer Oaks as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) 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 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 conduct in‑person assessments, provide individual, family, and group therapy, and offer essential behavioral management services to a diverse range of individuals referred for issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, adjustment to changes in medical status, and substance abuse.

We provide accredited CEUs and ongoing consultation with our experienced team of clinicians, and a specialized training program for LPCs includes case consultation with peers and mentors, live training modules, and weekly check‑ins for additional support.

• Provide evidence‑based psychological services, including screening, assessment, and treatment planning.
• Manage psychotherapy intakes and treatment plans.
• Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary team working with patients in Long‑Term Care facilities in your area.
• Conduct individual, family, and group therapy and offer behavioral management services.
• Adhere to ethical principles and professional guidelines.

• Fully licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Maintain your own schedule of counseling sessions and utilize Geriatric Notes Tool (GNT) to complete session notes in a timely manner.
• Maintain professional relationships with patients and facility partners.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

• Freedom to create your own schedule:
  Monday–Friday, business hours, no rigid start/end times; no on‑call or after‑hours work required (part‑time options available).
• Administrative overhead support (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 APA‑accredited CEUs provided by our clinical experts at no cost to you.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan (full‑time and part‑time).

Don’t miss this opportunity to contribute your expertise to a respected behavioral health organization. Take the next step in your career and apply today to become a valued member of our team at Deer Oaks.

To explore further information regarding Deer Oaks and potential opportunities with our organization, kindly visit our official website at
Feel free to schedule a telephone call with me by visiting Calendly or reach out directly via email at  or by phone at (210) 237‑6478.

Deena Mullins
Recruitment Partner

• Entry level

• Part‑time

• Other

• Mental Health Care