Geriatric Mental Health Clinician

Curana Health; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Curana Health is seeking a licensed mental health professional to provide individualized therapy and counseling to residents in long-term care communities, helping maintain dignity, improve quality of life, and foster connection at every stage of care.

You’ll partner with physicians, nurses, and facility staff to ensure holistic, person-centered support, conduct assessments, and develop tailored treatment plans while traveling to multiple facilities as required.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Current and valid state licensure to practice independently as a Psychologist (Ph.D/Psy.D.), LCSW/LISW, LMHC, LPC, LMFT.
• Previous experience in a mental health role, preferably in a geriatric or long-term care setting.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build rapport with residents and families; strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic skills.

Responsibilities

• Be a trusted resource for residents: Conduct thorough psychological assessments and develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs.
• Provide meaningful therapy: Offer individual counseling for depression, anxiety, grief, adjustment disorders, and cognitive changes using evidence-based techniques.
• Partner across disciplines: Work closely with physicians, nurses, and facility staff to ensure residents receive seamless, integrated care.
• Support in times of need: Respond to emotional or psychological crises with immediate intervention and support.
• Ensure quality and compliance: Keep accurate, confidential records and follow ethical, state, and federal guidelines.
• Embrace technology: Navigate multiple electronic medical records with confidence and accuracy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Assessment skills

Diagnostic skills

Therapeutic skills

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field

Job description

Curana Health is seeking a licensed mental health professional to provide individualized therapy and counseling to residents in long-term care communities, helping maintain dignity, improve quality of life, and foster connection at every stage of care.

You’ll partner with physicians, nurses, and facility staff to ensure holistic, person-centered support, conduct assessments, and develop tailored treatment plans while traveling to multiple facilities as required.