Licensed Psychologist

Deer Oaks • Des Moines, IA

14d • 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. The role serves older adults and individuals with chronic medical or cognitive conditions, delivering therapy, psychological assessment, care planning, and behavioral health support as part of an interdisciplinary clinical team. Psychologists manage their caseloads independently while receiving clinical, administrative, and organizational support. The position offers a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, flexible scheduling, and part-time or full-time options.

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

• Value autonomy paired with organizational support.
• Enjoy building meaningful relationships with residents.
• Appreciate collaborative care with nursing and medical providers.
• Have a passion for working with older adults.
• 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 and exercise 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 about behavioral strategies, resident needs, and care recommendations.
• Complete documentation promptly using the Geriatric Notes Tool (GNT).
• Maintain accurate and comprehensive clinical records aligned with regulatory requirements.
• 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

• 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.
• Administrative support for billing, collections, insurance, authorization, and credentialing.
• HIPAA-compliant documentation systems and streamlined workflows.
• Company-paid liability insurance for full-time and part-time staff.
• 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: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed