Licensed Psychologist

Deer Oaks • Lebanon, VA

26d • Onsite

About The Position

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health is seeking a Licensed Psychologist to provide behavioral health services onsite at one or more long-term care facilities in the clinician’s local community. As part of an integrated clinical team, the psychologist provides therapy, assessment, care planning, and behavioral health support to older adults and individuals with chronic medical or cognitive conditions. The role offers professional autonomy, administrative and clinical support, and a flexible Monday–Friday schedule without evenings, weekends, or on-call duties.

The psychologist conducts evaluations and psychotherapy, supports residents, families, caregivers, and facility staff, develops individualized treatment plans, and collaborates with facility-based interdisciplinary teams. The position also requires timely clinical documentation and compliance with applicable laws, regulatory requirements, HIPAA standards, and APA ethical guidelines.

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.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations, including diagnostic assessments, mental status examinations, and cognitive screenings.
• Provide individual psychotherapy tailored to older adults and people 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.
• Serve as a behavioral health resource for facility leadership and staff, including consultation on behavioral strategies, resident needs, and care recommendations.
• Complete timely documentation using the Geriatric Notes Tool (GNT) and maintain accurate, comprehensive clinical records.
• Follow 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 duties.
• Stable caseloads within close geographic proximity.
• APA-accredited continuing education units at no cost.
• Access to clinical leaders, training modules, and specialty geriatric resources.
• Regular case consultation and mentorship opportunities.
• 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 for full-time staff.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays for full-time staff.

What This Job Offers

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