Licensed Mental Health Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Mindify Wellness and Care  seeks a compassionate and experienced Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) to join our team. The LMHC will provide a range of mental health services to a diverse population of older adults facing a variety of challenges associated with aging.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments of seniors, including gathering information about their mental, emotional, and social well-being.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, incorporating evidence-based therapeutic interventions.
• Provide individual, family, and group therapy to address a range of mental health concerns common among seniors, such as:
  • Depression and anxiety
  • Grief and loss (bereavement, loss of independence)
  • Cognitive decline and dementia
  • Chronic illness and disability
  • Isolation and loneliness
  • Caregiver stress and burnout
• Collaborate with other members of the care team, including physicians, nurses, social workers, and home health aides.
• Advocate for seniors' mental health needs and access to care.
• Educate seniors and their families about mental health conditions, coping strategies, and available community resources.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with agency policies and professional standards.
• Participate in clinical supervision, staff meetings, and professional development activities.

Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Counseling, Psychology, or a related mental health field from an accredited program.
• Licensed as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in the state of NJ.
• 2 years of experience providing direct clinical services to older adults (preferred).
• Strong clinical skills in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health disorders common in older adulthood.
• Experience with geriatric assessment tools and interventions (preferred).
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and therapeutic skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong ethical and professional judgment with a commitment to client confidentiality.
• Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems (preferred).

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