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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a compassionate and experienced Geriatric Counselor to join our team. In this role, you will provide emotional, psychological, and social support to elderly individuals, helping them navigate the challenges of aging. You will work closely with clients, their families, and other healthcare professionals to ensure the well-being and quality of life of older adults. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the unique needs of the elderly population, excellent communication skills, and a strong commitment to improving the lives of seniors. As a Geriatric Counselor, you will assess the mental health and emotional needs of your clients, develop personalized care plans, and provide counseling sessions to address issues such as grief, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. You will also serve as a resource for families, offering guidance and support as they care for their aging loved ones. This position requires a high level of empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity, as well as the ability to build trust and rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds. If you are passionate about making a positive impact in the lives of older adults and have the qualifications and experience to excel in this role, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Provide individual and group counseling sessions for elderly clients.
- Assess the mental health and emotional needs of clients.
- Develop and implement personalized care plans.
- Collaborate with families to provide guidance and support.
- Work with healthcare professionals to coordinate care for clients.
- Address issues such as grief, depression, anxiety, and life transitions.
- Maintain accurate and confidential client records.
- Stay updated on best practices and developments in geriatric counseling.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- Master's degree in counseling, psychology, social work, or a related field.
- Licensure or certification as a counselor or therapist.
- Experience working with elderly individuals or in geriatric care.
- Strong understanding of the psychological and emotional needs of seniors.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High level of empathy, patience, and cultural sensitivity.
- Ability to work collaboratively with families and healthcare teams.
- Proficiency in maintaining accurate and confidential records.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- What inspired you to pursue a career in geriatric counseling?
- Can you describe your experience working with elderly clients?
- How do you handle sensitive topics such as grief or end-of-life discussions?
- What strategies do you use to build trust with your clients?
- How do you stay updated on best practices in geriatric counseling?
- Can you provide an example of a challenging case and how you managed it?
- How do you involve families in the counseling process?
- What tools or techniques do you use to assess the mental health of clients?