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

Vitae Health Systems • Bradley, IL

6d • $35,000 - $55,000

About The Position

Vitae Health is seeking a qualified Psychotherapist to provide mental health services to residents in a skilled nursing facility. The role involves assessing, diagnosing, and treating emotional and behavioral conditions while supporting residents’ overall well-being and adjustment to medical and life changes. The therapist works with Vitae’s clinical team and facility staff to coordinate care for an underserved population.

The schedule is 2–3 days per week. This is a part-time, non-exempt position. Compensation is $35,000–$55,000, with additional earning potential through variable, commission-based compensation.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or a related field.
• Active and unrestricted license in the respective state, such as 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 years of clinical experience, ideally in geriatric, long-term care, or medical settings.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (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 the Vitae clinical team, attending physicians, facility 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

• Retirement planning support with a 401(k) and company match.
• Ongoing professional growth through CEU opportunities and paid licensure renewals.
• Up to a $3,000 referral bonus.
• Competitive base salary plus uncapped bonus opportunities or flexible fee-for-service options.
• Consistent, reliable referral flow.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time