Psychotherapist-Psychologist (Part-Time) 1099
Listed compensation
$146k-$182k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
Cimpar
Psychotherapist Nursing Homes (Part-Time) We are seeking a licensed psychotherapist to provide mental health services to residents in skilled nursing, hospitals, and long-term care facilities.
This role focuses on delivering evidence-based, client-centered therapy to older adults and individuals with complex medical and psychosocial needs.
The ideal candidate will conduct assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, maintain accurate clinical records, and work in compliance with all applicable Florida and federal regulations governing behavioral health services in nursing facilities. Key Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments in accordance with Florida Department of Public Health (IDPH) and facility requirements
- Provide individual psychotherapy and, when appropriate, group or family interventions tailored to the nursing home population
- Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans (e. g., CBT, supportive therapy, grief counseling, trauma-informed care) with measurable goals
- Monitor resident progress, adjust treatment as needed, and coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team
- Maintain timely and compliant clinical documentation, including progress notes, treatment plans, and Medicare/Medicaid billing documentation
- Collaborate with nursing staff, medical providers, social services, and external referral sources to support holistic resident care
- Provide crisis intervention, suicide risk assessments, and safety planning as required
- Adhere to Florida licensing laws, federal CMS guidelines, HIPAA, and professional codes of ethics
- Participate in case consultations, interdisciplinary care plan meetings, and quality improvement initiatives
- Support continuity of care, including discharge and transition planning
Required Qualifications
Active Florida license as one of the following:
- Licensed Clinical Psychologist – Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) in psychology from an APA-accredited program, completed supervised clinical hours, passed the EPPP and Florida Laws & Rules exams
Additional Requirements
- Experience providing psychotherapy to older adults or in medical/long-term care settings preferred
- Proficiency in clinical documentation and use of electronic health records (EHR)
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and time management skills
- Ability to work independently while maintaining professional and ethical standards
Working Conditions
- Part-Time 20-25 hours a week
- Position is based in Jacksonville, Florida
- Flexibility in setting work schedule, with work hours falling between 7:00 am and 9:00 pm.
- Continuously meet minimum required hours of direct services to clients each week, allowing remainder of work hours of documentation, meetings, trainings, and supervision
- Will meet with 20 patients or more, may fluctuate
- CPT code-based compensation
Key Responsibilities
The psychotherapist will conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and provide evidence-based individual therapy to residents in nursing and long-term care facilities. They are responsible for developing treatment plans, maintaining clinical documentation, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure holistic care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold an active Florida license as a Clinical Psychologist with a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or Psy.D.) from an APA-accredited program. Proficiency in clinical documentation and experience working with older adults in medical or long-term care settings is preferred.
Qualifications
- Education
- Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Psychologist Career Context
Of the 40 active Psychology listings this role was benchmarked against, 35% are remote, 25% have no call, 65% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Florida is 103.4 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$164k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $158k in an average-cost state. 58.1% of Florida clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $146k–$182k | Psychology median $71k (middle half $63k–$75k)13 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$158k in purchasing power | Florida index 103.4 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Psychology listings in Florida | 112 active | 1,716 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 35% remote · 25% no call · 65% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | Florida Psychologist listings: 24% state a sign-on bonus (median $10k) · 12% offer loan repayment130 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Psychology listings | 521 in the last 30 days | 365 the 30 days before (+43%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
Location & Logistics
Florida has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$164k midpoint, that is roughly $7k–$11k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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