Geriatric Mental Health Therapist - Elevate Senior Wellbeing

Curana Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Curana Health is seeking a licensed mental health professional to provide individualized therapy for residents in long-term care communities. You will support dignity and quality of life, partnering with care teams to deliver holistic, person-centered services.

Role requires travel between facilities and active state licensure; physicians, nurses, and staff collaboration is essential to ensure seamless, integrated care for seniors across care stages.

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Current state licensure to practice independently as a Psychologist (Ph.D/Psy.D.), LCSW/LISW, LMHC, LMFT, or LPC.
• Experience in a mental health role, preferably in geriatric or long-term care settings.
• 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 with thorough psychological assessments and personalized treatment plans.
• Provide individual therapy for depression, anxiety, grief, and cognitive changes using evidence-based techniques.
• Partner with physicians, nurses, and facility staff to ensure integrated care.
• Respond to emotional or psychological crises with immediate intervention and support.
• Maintain accurate, confidential records and comply with ethical, state, and federal guidelines.
• Navigate electronic medical records with accuracy.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Assessment skills

Diagnostic skills

Therapeutic skills

Education

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

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Curana Health is seeking a licensed mental health professional to provide individualized therapy for residents in long-term care communities. You will support dignity and quality of life, partnering with care teams to deliver holistic, person-centered services.

Role requires travel between facilities and active state licensure; physicians, nurses, and staff collaboration is essential to ensure seamless, integrated care for seniors across care stages.