Mental Health Therapist (LISW, LMHC, PsyD, LMFT)

Vitae Health Systems • Oelwein, IA

1d • $70,000 - $90,000

About The Position

Vitae Health is seeking a qualified Psychotherapist to provide mental health services to residents in a skilled nursing facility. The role assesses, diagnoses, and treats emotional and behavioral conditions, supporting residents’ well-being and adjustment to medical and life changes. The therapist works with residents experiencing concerns such as depression, anxiety, grief, cognitive decline, chronic illness, pain, loss of independence, and end-of-life issues, and coordinates care with facility staff and other clinicians.

This is a full-time, exempt position with a Monday–Friday schedule of 40 hours per week. The hiring range is $70,000–$90,000, with potential additional compensation through bonuses. Candidates may choose a base salary structure or a variable compensation plan (commission), which may offer higher earning potential.

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 (examples listed include LCSW, LCPC, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist).
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment-planning skills.
• Knowledge of mental health conditions common in skilled nursing facility populations, such as 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 (preferred).
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems (preferred).

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

• Health, vision, and dental insurance.
• Three weeks of paid time off, six paid holidays, and one dedicated day for education and professional development.
• Full malpractice coverage, including tail insurance, with no out-of-pocket costs.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Continuing education unit (CEU) opportunities and paid licensure renewals.
• Up to a $3,000 referral bonus.
• Bonus opportunities or flexible fee-for-service compensation options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time