Pyschotherapist

Vitae Health Systems • Roseville, IL

14h • Onsite

About The Position

Vitae Health is seeking a qualified Psychotherapist to provide mental health services to residents in a skilled nursing facility. The Psychotherapist will assess, diagnose, and treat emotional and behavioral conditions, supporting residents’ overall well-being and adjustment to medical and life changes. Vitae is a growing multi-specialty provider group dedicated to delivering high-quality care to residents in skilled nursing and long-term care communities. Clinicians provide integrated services across internal medicine, psychiatry, psychotherapy, and podiatry, working closely with facility leadership and a collaborative, multidisciplinary team to address complex medical and behavioral health needs. Vitae supports more than 300 facilities across the Midwest and East Coast, offering providers the opportunity to practice in a team-based environment while making a meaningful impact on an often-underserved population. At Vitae, you’ll find a strong clinical network, experienced leadership, and the opportunity to do work that directly improves patient outcomes.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Psychology, Counseling, Social Work, or related field
• Active and unrestricted license in respective state (e.g., LCSW, LPC, LMFT, or Licensed Psychologist)
• 2 years of clinical experience preferred, ideally in geriatric, long-term care, or medical settings
• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and treatment planning skills
• Knowledge of mental health conditions common in SNF populations (e.g., depression, anxiety, dementia, adjustment disorders)
• Proficiency in evidence-based therapeutic approaches (e.g., CBT, trauma-informed care, 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

• Familiarity with electronic health records (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 issues such as 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, the patient’s attending physician, 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

• Excellent earning potential with competitive base salary plus uncapped bonus opportunities or flexible fee-for-service options
• Consistent, reliable referral flow so you can focus on patient care, not building a caseload
• Full malpractice coverage including tail insurance, no out-of-pocket costs
• Retirement planning support with a 401(k) and company match
• Supportive, clinician-focused leadership team that prioritizes your success and well-being
• Up to a $3,000 referral bonus, get rewarded for bringing great clinicians to the team

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees