Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution·Katy, Texas
Provide individual, family, and group therapy while conducting clinical assessments and treatment planning for residents in long-term care facilities. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including nursing and medical providers to coordinate care and improve resident outcomes.
Licensed Professional Counselor: 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 Professional Counselor (LPC) to join our integrated clinical team. In 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 Monday–Friday schedule, and robust administrative and clinical support so you can focus on what matters most—helping patients thrive.
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.
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 Deer Oaks Behavioral Health and explore current career opportunities, please visit www.deeroaks.com [https://www.deeroaks.com/], or contact Mariah Gonzales, Senior Recruitment Partner at mgonzales@deeroaks.com or 210-993-1024.
Requires an active, unrestricted Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) license and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation. Candidates must be comfortable navigating long-term care environments and possess strong interpersonal communication skills.
Market context
Texas behavioral health employers continue to seek licensed counselors, especially for settings serving diverse populations and patients who need coordinated care. These roles are competitive because employers often want a master’s degree, current Texas licensure, and comfort with electronic health records, while this platform’s AI-summarized job requirements and benefits help you review the original posting faster. Before applying, confirm your Texas license status and prepare examples of experience with diverse clients and EHR documentation.
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