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

**WORK SCHEDULE:** 3 days of week **FLSA CLASSIFICATION:** Part-Time, Non-Exempt **COMPENSATION:** The compensation range for this position is $35,000–$55,000, with the opportunity to earn additional income through a variable compensation (commission-based) structure, offering higher earning potential based on performance. Company Overview: Founded in 2018, Vitae is a growing multi-specialty provider group dedicated to delivering high-quality care to residents in skilled nursing and long-term care communities. Our 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. Today, 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. Position Summary 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. Key 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 - 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 - Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems preferred - 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 Equal Opportunity Statement Vitae Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer an…