IOP Social Worker

Freedom Magnolia • Magnolia, MS

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About The Position

Freedom Behavioral IOP in Magnolia, Mississippi, is seeking a full-time therapist for its geriatric Intensive Outpatient Program. The position provides therapeutic services to older adults in an outpatient setting, promoting their mental and emotional well-being through structured therapeutic interventions. The therapist conducts group, individual, and family sessions; completes assessments; develops individualized treatment plans; and maintains documentation in accordance with facility and regulatory requirements.

The program schedule described includes three group therapy sessions per day, each lasting one hour, with patient arrival at 8:30 AM and groups beginning at 9:00 AM. Groups may include up to 10 patients. The role works collaboratively with patients, families, the interdisciplinary care team, and external providers. The posting notes that the position is currently filled but that applications continue to be accepted to help prevent disruption in patient care if a vacancy occurs.

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 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate evidence-based group therapy for geriatric patients addressing conditions including 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 in the electronic health record accurately and promptly, complying with facility policies, state regulations, and payer requirements.
• Participate in daily or weekly treatment team meetings and provide patient progress updates 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 quality improvement and compliance efforts.
• Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards of practice.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time