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Title
Text copied to clipboard!Geriatric Mental Health Counselor
Description
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We are looking for a compassionate and skilled Geriatric Mental Health Counselor to join our team. In this role, you will provide specialized mental health counseling and support to older adults, addressing the unique psychological, emotional, and social challenges faced by the elderly population. You will work closely with patients, their families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to assess mental health needs, develop treatment plans, and deliver evidence-based therapeutic interventions. Your responsibilities will include conducting individual and group counseling sessions, crisis intervention, and psychoeducation tailored to geriatric clients. You will also collaborate with physicians, nurses, social workers, and caregivers to ensure holistic care and advocate for the mental well-being of elderly clients. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of age-related mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, dementia, grief, and adjustment disorders. Strong communication, empathy, and problem-solving skills are essential, as is the ability to build trust and rapport with older adults and their families. You should be knowledgeable about community resources and support systems available to seniors and be able to provide referrals as needed. This position requires a master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field, along with relevant licensure or certification. Experience working with geriatric populations is highly preferred. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of elderly individuals and are committed to promoting mental health and well-being in this vulnerable population, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Conduct individual and group counseling sessions for elderly clients
- Assess mental health needs and develop personalized treatment plans
- Provide crisis intervention and support during acute episodes
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals and family members
- Educate clients and families about mental health conditions and coping strategies
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records
- Refer clients to community resources and support services
- Monitor client progress and adjust interventions as needed
- Advocate for the mental health needs of elderly clients
- Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or related field
- Valid state licensure or certification as a mental health counselor
- Experience working with geriatric populations preferred
- Strong understanding of age-related mental health issues
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
- Empathy and sensitivity to the needs of elderly clients
- Knowledge of community resources for seniors
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Commitment to ethical and confidential practice
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What experience do you have working with elderly clients?
- How do you approach counseling for age-related mental health issues?
- Describe a challenging case you managed and the outcome.
- How do you involve families in the counseling process?
- What therapeutic modalities do you use with geriatric clients?
- How do you handle crisis situations with elderly patients?
- Are you familiar with community resources for seniors?
- How do you ensure confidentiality and ethical practice?
- What motivates you to work in geriatric mental health?
- How do you stay updated on best practices in geriatric counseling?
