Psychotherapist

Job Description

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

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

Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems preferred

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

Comprehensive benefits package including Health, Vision, and Dental insurance

Generous paid time off: 3 weeks PTO, 6 paid holidays, plus 1 dedicated day for education and professional development

Full malpractice coverage including tail insurance, no out-of-pocket costs

Retirement planning support with a 401(k) and company match

Ongoing professional growth through CEU opportunities and paid licensure renewals

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 and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Full-time