Mental Health Therapist (LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, or PsyD)

Vitae Health Systems • Naperville, IL

3d • $35,000 - $55,000

About The Position

Vitae Health is seeking psychotherapists to provide mental health services to residents in skilled nursing facilities. The therapist assesses, diagnoses, and treats emotional and behavioral conditions, supporting residents’ well-being and adjustment to medical and life changes. The role includes psychosocial assessments, individualized treatment planning, therapy, crisis intervention, and collaboration with facility care teams. The posting describes both full-time and part-time opportunities; this listing specifies a three-day-per-week schedule and part-time, non-exempt classification. Compensation is $35,000–$55,000, with the opportunity to earn additional income through a performance-based, commission structure.

Vitae Health is a multi-specialty healthcare organization founded in 2018 and headquartered in Chicago. It partners with skilled nursing facilities across the Midwest and East Coast, providing integrated services including internal medicine, psychiatry, psychotherapy, and podiatry.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
• Active and unrestricted license in the respective state (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist).
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills.
• Knowledge of mental health conditions common in skilled nursing facility populations, including depression, anxiety, dementia, and adjustment disorders.
• Proficiency in evidence-based therapeutic approaches, such as CBT, trauma-informed care, and grief counseling.
• Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with residents, families, and staff.
• Strong organizational, time management, and documentation skills.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of clinical experience, ideally in geriatric, long-term care, or medical settings.
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for residents upon 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 or disability.
• Support residents coping with chronic illness, pain, loss of independence, and end-of-life concerns.
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing staff, social workers, and rehabilitation teams to coordinate care.
• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in compliance with facility, state, and federal regulations.
• Provide crisis intervention and behavioral management strategies when needed.
• Educate staff and families on mental health conditions and effective communication strategies.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and ethical standards of practice.

Benefits

• Full malpractice coverage, including tail insurance, with no out-of-pocket costs.
• Retirement planning support with a 401(k) and company match.
• A $3,000 referral bonus for bringing clinicians to the team.
• Consistent, reliable referral flow so clinicians can focus on patient care rather than building a caseload.
• Supportive, clinician-focused leadership team that prioritizes clinician success and well-being.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time