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

Vitae Health Systems • Kennesaw, GA

2d • $35,000 - $55,000

About The Position

Vitae Health is seeking a Psychotherapist to provide mental health services to residents in a skilled nursing facility. The therapist assesses, diagnoses, and treats emotional and behavioral conditions, supporting residents’ well-being and adjustment to medical and life changes. The role works collaboratively with facility leadership and a multidisciplinary clinical team to address residents’ medical and behavioral health needs.

The position is scheduled for two days per week and is classified as part-time and non-exempt. The compensation range is $35,000–$55,000, with additional earning potential through variable, commission-based compensation. Vitae describes the role as offering competitive base compensation plus uncapped bonus opportunities or flexible fee-for-service options.

Vitae is a multi-specialty provider group founded in 2018. Its clinicians provide services across internal medicine, psychiatry, psychotherapy, and podiatry. The company supports more than 300 facilities across the Midwest and East Coast.

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 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 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 about 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.
• Up to a $3,000 referral bonus.
• Consistent, reliable referral flow.
• Supportive, clinician-focused leadership team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time