Intensive Outpatient Program Social Worker-Part Time

Freedom Magnolia•Magnolia, MS

14d

About The Position

The Geriatric Psych IOP Therapist provides therapeutic services to older adults enrolled in the Geriatric Intensive Outpatient Program. The role includes conducting group, individual, and family therapy, completing assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and ensuring documentation meets regulatory and facility standards. The therapist supports patients’ mental and emotional well-being through structured outpatient interventions. The position is part-time at Freedom Behavioral IOP in Magnolia, Mississippi. The posting describes three group therapy sessions per day, each lasting one hour, for groups of up to 10 patients. Patients arrive at 8:30 AM, and groups begin at 9:00 AM. The therapist works in a collaborative, interdisciplinary clinical setting and may need flexible hours depending on program needs.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or a related field.
Current state licensure as an LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or equivalent.
Knowledge of age-specific issues, therapeutic modalities, and community resources for older adults.
Strong organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.

Nice To Haves

Experience in geriatric behavioral health.

Responsibilities

Facilitate evidence-based group therapy sessions for geriatric patients addressing conditions such as depression, anxiety, dementia-related behaviors, and adjustment disorders.
Provide individual and family counseling as indicated in treatment plans.
Complete psychosocial assessments and contribute to multidisciplinary treatment-team planning.
Develop, implement, and update individualized treatment plans in collaboration with patients, families, and the care team.
Document services accurately and promptly in the electronic health record in compliance with facility policies, state regulations, and payer requirements.
Participate in daily or weekly treatment-team meetings and provide updates on patient progress and recommendations.
Coordinate care with internal staff and external providers, including primary care providers, specialists, and community agencies.
Assist with discharge planning, referrals, and follow-up services as needed.
Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation as appropriate.
Support the program’s quality improvement and compliance efforts.
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards of practice.