Licensed Psychologist

Deer Oaks • Sugar Land, TX

10d

About The Position

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health is seeking a Licensed Psychologist specializing in psychological testing and assessment to join its integrated clinical team serving adults and older adults in long-term care settings. The role focuses on comprehensive psychological testing that provides diagnostic clarity, cognitive evaluation, behavioral insights, and evidence-based recommendations for treatment planning, care decisions, and interdisciplinary collaboration. It offers professional autonomy, a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, and administrative and clinical support.

The psychologist conducts standardized cognitive, neuropsychological, emotional, behavioral, and personality assessments; administers, scores, and interprets assessment instruments; and prepares integrated diagnostic reports. The role also includes psychological evaluations, individual and family therapy, caregiver support, group therapy when appropriate, behavioral management interventions, and individualized treatment planning. The psychologist manages a caseload independently, collaborates with facility teams, documents care in the Geriatric Notes Tool, and complies with applicable regulatory, privacy, and professional standards.

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted Psychologist License.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team.
• Comfort navigating long-term care environments.
• Commitment to timely documentation and high-quality care.

Nice To Haves

• Enjoy structured assessment work.
• Value autonomy paired with organizational support.
• Enjoy building meaningful relationships with residents.
• Appreciate collaborative care with nursing and medical providers.
• Have strong communication and documentation skills.
• Be passionate about working with older adults.
• Thrive in a structured yet flexible clinical environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct standardized psychological testing, including cognitive, neuropsychological, emotional, behavioral, and personality assessments.
• Administer, score, and interpret standardized assessment instruments, including cognitive tests, memory evaluations, executive functioning measures, and mood or personality inventories.
• Complete integrated diagnostic reports synthesizing test data, clinical interviews, behavioral observations, and relevant chart information.
• Provide actionable recommendations supporting diagnosis, care planning, behavioral interventions, and facility decision-making.
• Assess cognitive capacity, guardianship, decision-making, behavioral risk, and functional impairment as appropriate.
• Maintain ethical testing practices, test security, and professional assessment standards.
• Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations, diagnostic assessments, mental status exams, and cognitive screenings.
• Provide individual psychotherapy tailored to older adults and individuals with complex medical or cognitive conditions.
• Facilitate family therapy and caregiver support sessions.
• Lead or co-lead group therapy sessions when appropriate.
• Provide behavioral management interventions for residents, facility staff, and families.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices.
• Manage a caseload independently and exercise clinical judgment consistent with ethical and professional standards.
• Collaborate with nursing staff, social workers, physicians, and rehabilitation teams; participate in interdisciplinary meetings and care plan reviews.
• Consult with facility leadership and teams about behavioral strategies, resident needs, and care recommendations.
• Complete timely documentation using the Geriatric Notes Tool and maintain accurate, comprehensive clinical records aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to state laws, CMS expectations, HIPAA standards, and APA ethical guidelines.
• Build collaborative professional relationships with facility personnel and represent Deer Oaks with professionalism and empathy.
• Maintain reliability, punctuality, and strong communication to support consistent care delivery.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling to create a Monday–Friday schedule.
• No evenings, weekends, or on-call.
• Stable caseloads within close geographic proximity.
• Part-time options available.
• APA-accredited continuing education units at no cost.
• Access to clinical leaders, training modules, and specialty geriatric resources.
• Regular case consultation and opportunities for mentorship.
• Continuing education in geriatrics, neurocognitive disorders, behavioral management, and interdisciplinary care.
• Administrative support for billing, collections, insurance, authorization, and credentialing.
• HIPAA-compliant documentation systems and workflows designed to minimize administrative burden.
• Company-paid liability insurance for full-time and part-time staff.
• Competitive compensation model.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed