Licensed Psychologist

Deer Oaks • Parker, CO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health is seeking a Licensed Psychologist to join its integrated clinical team and provide behavioral health services onsite in one or more long-term care facilities within the clinician’s local community. The role focuses on therapy, assessment, care planning, and behavioral health support for older adults and individuals with chronic medical or cognitive conditions. Psychologists manage their caseloads independently while collaborating with facility staff and interdisciplinary care teams. The position offers a flexible Monday–Friday schedule, no evenings, weekends, or on-call work, stable caseloads within close geographic proximity, and clinical, administrative, and professional development support. 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.

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 regarding behavioral strategies, resident needs, and care recommendations.
• Complete documentation promptly using the Geriatric Notes Tool (GNT).
• Maintain accurate, comprehensive clinical records aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Adhere to state laws, CMS expectations, HIPAA standards, and APA ethical guidelines.
• Foster 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 with the ability to create a Monday–Friday schedule.
• No evenings, weekends, or on-call work.
• 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 streamlined workflows.
• Company-paid liability insurance for full-time and part-time staff.
• Competitive compensation model.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Generous paid time off and paid holidays.
• Part-time options available.

What This Job Offers

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