Geriatric Mental Health Therapist - Flexible Bonuses

Vitae Health Systems; Berwyn (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

3 weeks PTO

6 holidays

Education day

Malpractice tail coverage

401(k) match

CEU opportunities

Referral bonus

Job summary

Vitae Health Systems is seeking a qualified Psychotherapist to provide mental health services to residents in a skilled nursing facility. You will assess, diagnose, and treat emotional and behavioral conditions to support residents’ overall well-being and adjustment to medical life changes.

You will conduct psychosocial assessments, develop treatment plans, and deliver individual, group, and family therapy while collaborating with the care team and ensuring HIPAA-compliant documentation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, or related field.
• Active and unrestricted license in the respective state (e.g., LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist).
• 2+ years of clinical experience preferred, ideally in geriatric or medical settings.
• Strong diagnostic and treatment planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for residents.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual, group, and/or family therapy sessions.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, social workers, and rehab teams to coordinate care.
• Maintain timely clinical documentation compliant with regulations.
• Provide crisis intervention and behavioral management as needed.
• Educate staff and families on mental health and communication strategies.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Documentation

Education

Master's degree in Psychology/Counseling/Social Work

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Vitae Health Systems is seeking a qualified Psychotherapist to provide mental health services to residents in a skilled nursing facility. You will assess, diagnose, and treat emotional and behavioral conditions to support residents’ overall well-being and adjustment to medical life changes.

You will conduct psychosocial assessments, develop treatment plans, and deliver individual, group, and family therapy while collaborating with the care team and ensuring HIPAA-compliant documentation.