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WORK SCHEDULE: [2-3 days per 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 base 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  Retirement planning support with a 401(k) and company match