Psychotherapist/Counselor

Curana Health; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Curana Health in Cedar Rapids, Iowa is looking for a licensed mental health professional to enhance the emotional well-being of seniors in long-term care. You will provide therapy, conduct assessments, and work closely with care teams to deliver person-centered support.

The ideal candidate will hold a Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Psychology, or Counseling, possess current state licensure, and have experience with elderly populations. This role offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in residents' lives.

Qualifications

• Current and valid state licensure to practice independently as a Psychologist, LCSW, LMHC, LPC, or LMFT.
• Previous experience in a mental health role, preferably in a geriatric or long-term care setting.
• Experience working with elderly populations and understanding age-related mental health issues is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough psychological assessments and develop personalized treatment plans tailored to residents' unique needs.
• Offer individual counseling for depression, anxiety, grief, adjustment disorders, and cognitive changes using evidence-based techniques.
• Work closely with physicians, nurses, and facility staff to ensure residents receive seamless, integrated care.
• Respond to emotional or psychological crises with immediate intervention and support.
• Keep accurate, confidential records and follow ethical, state, and federal guidelines.
• Navigate multiple electronic medical records with confidence and accuracy.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to build rapport with residents and families

Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic skills

Education

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

Job description

Summary

At Curana Health, we believe every resident deserves not only excellent medical care, but also compassionate support for their emotional and psychological well‑being. We’re looking for a licensed mental health professional who shares that vision and is ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors living in long‑term care communities.

In this role, you’ll provide individualized therapy and counseling that helps residents maintain dignity, improve quality of life, and find comfort and connection through every stage of care. You’ll also be a vital partner to our care teams, ensuring residents receive holistic, person‑centered support.

(LCSW, Psychologist, LPC, LMFT, or LMHC)

Essential Duties & 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.

What Makes This Role Rewarding

• Purpose‑driven work: Your expertise directly enhances residents’ emotional well‑being and overall quality of life.

• Collaborative environment: Be part of a dedicated, interdisciplinary team that values your input and clinical judgment.

• Diverse impact: No two days are the same—you’ll encounter a wide variety of situations, challenges, and opportunities to grow as a clinician.

• Resident connection: Build meaningful, ongoing relationships with seniors and their families.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
• Licensure: Current and valid state licensure to practice independently as a Psychologist (Ph.D/Psy.D.), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LISW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
• Experience: Previous experience in a mental health role, preferably in a geriatric or long‑term care setting. Experience working with elderly populations and understanding age‑related mental health issues is highly preferred.
• Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build rapport with residents and families; strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic skills.

This role requires travel to and from one or more assigned facilities. Depending on the amount of travel required, Curana may in future determine that a valid driver’s license, current auto insurance, and an acceptable driving record are required. If so, you will be provided with thirty (30) days notice of this requirement. From that time forward, please be advised that periodic motor vehicle (MVR) checks may be conducted as a condition of, and/or for, continued employment.