Licensed Psychologist
About The Position
Deer Oaks Behavioral Health is seeking a Licensed Psychologist to join its Long-Term Care Clinical Services team. The psychologist works onsite in one or more long-term care facilities within the local community, providing therapy, assessment, care planning, and behavioral health support to older adults and individuals with chronic medical or cognitive conditions. The role offers professional autonomy, a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, and administrative and clinical support. The psychologist provides comprehensive evaluations, diagnostic assessments, mental status examinations, cognitive screenings, individual and family therapy, caregiver support, and group therapy when appropriate. The role also includes behavioral management interventions, individualized evidence-based treatment planning, and independent caseload management in accordance with ethical and professional standards. The position involves daily collaboration with nursing staff, social workers, physicians, rehabilitation teams, facility leadership, and other facility personnel. The psychologist participates in interdisciplinary meetings and care plan reviews and provides consultation about behavioral strategies, resident needs, and care recommendations. Responsibilities also include timely and accurate clinical documentation using the Geriatric Notes Tool (GNT), and compliance with applicable state laws, CMS expectations, HIPAA standards, and APA ethical guidelines. Deer Oaks provides clinical resources, training, case consultation, mentorship opportunities, administrative support, and liability insurance for full-time and part-time staff. Part-time options are available.
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
- Interest in or commitment to working with older adults.
- Enjoyment of collaborative care with nursing and medical providers.
- Ability to thrive in a structured yet flexible clinical environment.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations, including 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 while exercising clinical judgment consistent with ethical and professional standards.
- Partner with nursing staff, social workers, physicians, and rehabilitation teams.
- Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and care plan reviews.
- Serve as a behavioral health resource to facility leadership and staff.
- Consult with facility teams regarding behavioral strategies, resident needs, and care recommendations.
- Complete documentation in a timely manner using the Geriatric Notes Tool (GNT).
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical records aligned with regulatory requirements.
- Adhere to state laws, CMS expectations, HIPAA standards, and APA ethical guidelines.
- Foster collaborative and professional relationships with facility personnel.
- Represent Deer Oaks professionally and empathetically, maintaining reliability, punctuality, and strong communication.
Benefits
- APA-accredited CEUs at no cost.
- 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.
- Liability insurance provided and 100% company-paid for full-time and part-time staff.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- 401(k) retirement plan.
- Generous PTO and paid holidays.
- Flexible scheduling and stable caseloads within close geographic proximity.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
