Clinical Psychologist -- Long Beach
About The Position
This role is for a Clinical Psychologist to make a real impact with an underserved population in skilled nursing facilities. The work involves supporting adults 65+ who have high rates of mental health and cognitive needs. The psychologist will be part of a multi-disciplinary team, collaborating with psychiatrists, neuropsychologists, nursing staff, social services, and facility leadership to stabilize care, reduce suffering, and improve quality of life. The position focuses on preventing hospitalizations, reducing behavioral crises, supporting staff, and restoring dignity to residents. The work is meaningful, varied, and grounded in clinical best practices, providing psychological services to geriatric, disabled, and medically complex populations.
Requirements
- Hold a PhD or PsyD in Clinical Psychology
- Are licensed in California
- Are Medicare-eligible (we assist with credentialing and paneling)
- Value evidence-based practice and clinical flexibility
- Are comfortable working with complexity and ambiguity
- Want autonomy without isolation, and support without micromanagement
- Curiosity, compassion, and the ability to see the person behind the chart
Nice To Haves
- Prior experience in skilled nursing facilities is not required
Responsibilities
- Assess, diagnose, and treat individuals in skilled nursing facilities
- Provide psychological services to geriatric, disabled, and medically complex populations
- Manage an active caseload with support from your clinical manager and administrative team
- Collaborate closely with facility staff, offering consultation, guidance, and in-services
- Complete documentation aligned with medical necessity and Medicare standards
- Provide care by meeting residents where they reside, in skilled nursing facilities
Benefits
- Flexible schedules with true work–life balance
- Competitive W-2 salary + bonus structure for full-time clinicians
- Health insurance: Medical and dental
- Childcare reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
- Vacation and sick pay
- Referral program
- Professional development assistance including coverage of license fees and CE costs, plus access to in-house CEs
- A fully supported home office setup (laptop, printer, IT support)
- Ongoing clinical consultation with experienced, collaborative colleagues
- Real opportunities for professional growth in a stable, mission-driven organization
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
