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LiveWell Homecare Agency
Licensed Clinician (LISW, LMHC, LMFT)- La Porte City, IA
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$34,786 / year median in Iowa
+22% projected growth
Job Description
Join a recognized, high-quality healthcare team dedicated to senior care, offering a supportive and fun work environment. We seek Licensed Clinicians (LMHC, LMFT, LISW) to deliver patient-centered mental health services in skilled nursing facilities, functioning autonomously like private practice without administrative burdens. Benefits include 5 weeks of paid time off, full health/dental insurance, 401k, competitive pay, flexible schedule within a 40-hour workweek, ongoing education, and a collaborative culture promoting growth and work/life balance. Responsibilities involve on-site assessments, psychotherapy, documentation, and interdisciplinary collaboration, with independence over caseload, schedule, and salary.
Requirements:
Master's degree, valid licensure, 2+ years of therapy experience, healthcare knowledge, and passion for working with older adults. This role offers an innovative approach to improving senior mental health, with career growth opportunities in a mission-driven organization committed to quality care.Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance