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Psychotherapist/Counselor - $5k sign-on bonus

Curana Health · Waterloo, IA · 2 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time

About the role

At Curana Health, we’re on a mission to radically improve the health, happiness, and dignity of older adults. This role is rewarding due to purpose-driven work, collaborative environment, diverse impact, and resident connection.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

  • Be a trusted resource for residents: Conduct thorough psychological assessments and develop personalized treatment plans tailored to their unique needs.
  • Provide meaningful therapy: Offer individual counseling for depression, anxiety, grief, adjustment disorders, and cognitive changes using evidence-based techniques.
  • Partner across disciplines: Work closely with physicians, nurses, and facility staff to ensure residents receive seamless, integrated care.
  • Support in times of need: Respond to emotional or psychological crises with immediate intervention and support.
  • Ensure quality and compliance: Keep accurate, confidential records and follow ethical, state, and federal guidelines.
  • Embrace technology: Navigate multiple electronic medical records with confidence and accuracy.

Qualifications

  • Education: Master’s or Doctoral degree in Social Work, Psychology, Counseling, or a related field.
  • Licensure: Current and valid state licensure to practice independently as a Psychologist (Ph.D/Psy.D.), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW/LISW), Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT).
  • Experience: Previous experience in a mental health role, preferably in a geriatric or long-term care setting. Experience working with elderly populations and understanding age-related mental health issues is highly preferred.
  • Skills: Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build rapport with residents and families; strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic skills.

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