Counselor

Job Description

Job Description

Levering Regional Health Care Center is seeking a compassionate and dependable Counselor to provide emotional and psychosocial support to residents in a long-term care setting. The Counselor works closely with residents, families, and the interdisciplinary care team to support residents' emotional well-being, adjustment, and quality of life.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual counseling and emotional support to residents.

• Assess residents' psychosocial and emotional needs.

• Develop and implement appropriate counseling interventions.

• Participate in resident care planning and interdisciplinary team meetings.

• Document counseling sessions, assessments, interventions, and resident progress.

• Assist residents with adjustment to changes in health, independence, and living environment.

• Communicate with residents, families, caregivers, and healthcare professionals regarding resident needs.

• Identify behavioral, emotional, or psychosocial concerns and coordinate appropriate follow-up.

• Maintain accurate and confidential resident records.

• Follow facility policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Collaborate with nursing, social services, activities, and other departments to promote resident well-being.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related field; master's degree preferred.

• Previous experience providing counseling or psychosocial services preferred.

• Experience working with older adults or in a healthcare/long-term care setting preferred.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and documentation skills.

• Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information professionally.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful opportunity to make a difference in the lives of residents.

• Collaborative healthcare environment.

• Opportunity to build relationships with residents, families, and the care team.

• Supportive workplace focused on quality resident care.