Geriatric Psychotherapist — Full Benefits & Growth

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, and Dental insurance

3 weeks PTO

6 paid holidays

1 dedicated education day

Full malpractice tail coverage

401(k) with company match

CEU opportunities

Paid licensure renewals

Referral bonus up to $3,000

Job summary

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

The role requires a Master’s degree in Psychology/Counseling/Social Work and active license, with 2+ years geriatric experience; competitive base pay with bonus opportunities and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field.
• Active and unrestricted state license (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or Psychologist).
• Minimum 2 years clinical experience; geriatric/long-term care setting preferred.
• Strong assessment, diagnostic and treatment planning skills.
• Experience with CBT, trauma-informed care, grief counseling.
• Ability to work within an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication with residents, families and staff.
• Proficiency with EHR systems.
• Competitive base salary plus uncapped bonus opportunities or flexible fee-for-service.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for residents at 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, and loss of independence.
• Collaborate with the clinical team and attending physicians to coordinate care.
• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary 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 and effective communication.
• Ensure HIPAA compliance and ethical standards of practice.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Diagnostic skills

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

EHR proficiency

Crisis intervention

Education

Master’s degree in Psychology/Counseling/Social Work

State license (LCSW/LPC/LMFT/Psychologist)

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

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

The role requires a Master’s degree in Psychology/Counseling/Social Work and active license, with 2+ years geriatric experience; competitive base pay with bonus opportunities and comprehensive benefits are offered.