Geriatric Mental Health Therapist - Flexible Part-Time

Vitae Health Systems; Bradley (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped bonus opportunities

Flexible fee-for-service options

401(k) with company match

CEU/licensure renewals paid by company

Referral bonus up to $3,000

Job summary

Vitae Health Systems seeks a licensed Psychotherapist to provide mental health services to residents in skilled nursing facilities. You will assess, diagnose, and treat emotional and behavioral conditions, supporting residents' overall well-being and adjustment to medical and life changes.

Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, develop treatment plans, deliver individual and group therapy, and educate staff and families on mental health strategies while ensuring HIPAA compliance and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
• Active and unrestricted license in respective state (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist).
• 2 years of clinical experience preferred, ideally in geriatric, long-term care, or medical settings.
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills.
• Knowledge of mental health conditions common in SNF populations (e.g., depression, anxiety, dementia, adjustment disorders).
• Proficiency in evidence-based therapeutic approaches (e.g., CBT, trauma-informed care, grief counseling).
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with residents, families, and staff.
• Excellent organizational, time management, and documentation skills.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments for residents upon admission and as needed.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual, group, and/or family therapy sessions.
• Address depression, anxiety, grief, cognitive decline, and adjustment to illness.
• Support residents coping with chronic illness, pain, loss of independence, and end-of-life concerns.
• Collaborate with clinical team, physicians, nursing staff, social workers, and rehabilitation teams.
• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary discussions.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in compliance with regulations.
• Provide crisis intervention and behavior management as needed.
• Educate staff and families on mental health conditions and communication strategies.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and ethical standards.

Skills

CBT

Trauma-informed care

Grief counseling

Education

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

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Vitae Health Systems seeks a licensed Psychotherapist to provide mental health services to residents in skilled nursing facilities. You will assess, diagnose, and treat emotional and behavioral conditions, supporting residents' overall well-being and adjustment to medical and life changes.

Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, develop treatment plans, deliver individual and group therapy, and educate staff and families on mental health strategies while ensuring HIPAA compliance and