Geriatric Mental Health Therapist - Part-Time (1 Day/Week)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Malpractice coverage (tail insurance)

401(k) with company match

Referral bonus

Flexible fee-for-service options

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Vitae Health Systems seeks a qualified Psychotherapist to provide mental health services to residents in a skilled nursing facility. The Psychotherapist will assess, diagnose, and treat emotional and behavioral conditions, supporting residents’ well-being and adjustment to medical changes.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, individual/group/family therapy, and care coordination with the interdisciplinary team.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for residents.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual, group, and/or family therapy sessions.
• Address depression, anxiety, grief, cognitive decline, and adjustment disorders.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team and care staff to coordinate care.
• Participate in care plan meetings and team discussions.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in compliance with regulations.
• Provide crisis intervention and behavioral management strategies when needed.
• Educate staff and families on mental health conditions and effective communication.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and ethical standards of practice.

Skills

CBT

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Clinical assessment

Documentation

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Vitae Health Systems seeks a qualified Psychotherapist to provide mental health services to residents in a skilled nursing facility. The Psychotherapist will assess, diagnose, and treat emotional and behavioral conditions, supporting residents’ well-being and adjustment to medical changes.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, individual/group/family therapy, and care coordination with the interdisciplinary team.