Licensed Mental Health Professional

Ultra Health; Folkston (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus Opportunities

Malpractice Insurance

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

HSA

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Ultra Health is seeking a Licensed Mental Health Professional (LCSW, LPC, LMFT) to provide compassionate psychotherapy to residents in senior living communities. Work with an interdisciplinary team to support emotional well-being and quality of life.

Responsibilities include assessments, DSM-5 based diagnoses, treatment planning, collaboration with physicians and nursing staff, and compliant EMR documentation with ICD-10. Requires 1–2 years of geriatric psychotherapy experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or related field.
• Active LCSW, LPC, LMFT license or eligibility to obtain.
• 1–2 years of experience providing psychotherapy to adult or geriatric populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based psychotherapy services to residents in senior living environments.
• Facilitate individual, group, family, and crisis intervention sessions.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop DSM-5–based diagnoses and treatment plans.

Skills

Dependable

Organized

Independent work

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Professional demeanor

Ethical practice

Adaptable

Education

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

Active LCSW/LPC/LMFT license or eligibility to obtain

Job description

Licensed Mental Health Professional (LCSW, LPC, LMFT)

Make a Difference in the Lives of Seniors

Join Ultra Health’s mission-driven team providing compassionate mental health services to residents in long-term care and senior living communities. Your expertise will help improve the emotional and psychological well-being of older adults while enhancing their quality of life.

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay Range: $75,000 – $90,000 annually (based on experience)
• Bonus Opportunities
• Paid Medical Malpractice Insurance
• Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Paid Time Off

At Ultra Health, we value our people and invest in their growth, wellness, and long-term success.

About Ultra Health Providers

Ultra Health is dedicated to improving reaction times and patient outcomes. Our unique model provides onsite medical, mental, and behavioral coverage to extend the reach of doctors, hospitals, and health systems. Working together with your facility, health system, and network partners, Ultra Health helps to speed recovery and lower rates of hospital readmission. Our mission is simple – to improve the physical and mental health and well-being of our aging population.

Job Overview:

As a Licensed Mental Health Professional at Ultra Health, you will play a vital role in supporting the emotional and psychological well-being of residents in senior care communities. Working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team, you will deliver high-quality psychotherapy and help foster a supportive environment where residents can explore their experiences, manage challenges, and enhance their sense of purpose and well-being.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based psychotherapy services to residents within senior living environments, which may include long-term care, assisted living, and independent living facilities.
• Facilitate individual, group, family, and crisis intervention sessions using appropriate therapeutic modalities.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments, formulate DSM-5–based diagnoses, and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and facility personnel to ensure coordinated, holistic care.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and compliant documentation in the facility’s EMR system, utilizing appropriate ICD-10 coding.
• Adhere to HIPAA, state, and federal regulations while upholding ethical standards of clinical practice.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Counseling, Social Work, Psychology or related field.
• Active Social Work/Counseling license (LCSW, LPC, LMFT) or equivalent (or eligibility to obtain).
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience providing psychotherapy to adult or geriatric populations.

Preferred Experience:

• Previous experience in long-term care, assisted living, or skilled nursing environments.
• Exposure to and understanding dementia and other cognitive impairments, including strategies for managing behavioral and emotional changes.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA, ICD-10 coding, and EMR documentation standards.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed, person-centered, and culturally competent care models.
• Demonstrated proficiency in cognitive-behavioral and supportive therapy approaches.

Preferred Skills

• Dependable, organized, and able to work both independently and collaboratively.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building abilities.
• Professional and compassionate demeanor when engaging with older adults, caregivers, and facility staff.
• Commitment to ethical, evidence-based, and client-centered clinical practice.
• Adaptable and responsive to evolving clinical or facility needs

$60,000 - $90,000 a year