Geriatric Psychotherapist: Elevate Senior Well-Being

Curana Health; Seneca (SC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Curana Health is seeking a licensed mental health professional to provide individualized therapy and counseling for residents in long-term care communities, helping them maintain dignity and improve quality of life. You’ll work as part of an interdisciplinary team to deliver holistic, person-centered support.

Qualifications include a Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field, and current state licensure (Psychologist Ph.D/Psy.D., LMHC, LPC, or LMFT).

Qualifications

• Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or related field.
• Current and valid state licensure to practice independently as Psychologist (Ph.D/Psy.D.), LMHC, LPC, or LMFT.
• Experience in mental health, preferably geriatric or long-term care; elderly population experience preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build rapport with residents and families; strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic skills.
• Willingness to travel to multiple facilities with possible driver’s license requirement.

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 & diagnosis

Therapy skills

Education

Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work

Licensure: Psychologist (Ph.D/Psy.D.), LMHC, LPC, LMFT

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Curana Health is seeking a licensed mental health professional to provide individualized therapy and counseling for residents in long-term care communities, helping them maintain dignity and improve quality of life. You’ll work as part of an interdisciplinary team to deliver holistic, person-centered support.

Qualifications include a Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field, and current state licensure (Psychologist Ph.D/Psy.D., LMHC, LPC, or LMFT).