Licensed Psychologist

Deer Oaks•Alexandria, VA

28d•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, cognitive, or other complex conditions, providing therapy, psychological assessment, care planning, and behavioral health support as part of an interdisciplinary clinical team. The position offers professional autonomy, a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, flexible scheduling, stable caseloads within close geographic proximity, and clinical and administrative support. Part-time options are available. The psychologist will conduct evaluations and provide individual, family, and group therapy as appropriate; develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans; and offer behavioral management interventions and consultation. The role involves regular collaboration with facility staff and participation in interdisciplinary meetings and care plan reviews. The psychologist is also responsible for timely, accurate clinical documentation and compliance with applicable state laws, CMS expectations, HIPAA standards, and APA ethical guidelines. Deer Oaks has focused on behavioral health in long-term care since 1992 and serves skilled nursing and assisted living facilities nationwide. The organization provides clinician training, clinical resources, case consultation, mentorship opportunities, administrative support, and company-paid liability insurance. Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with generous PTO and paid holidays, are identified as full-time benefits; a 401(k) retirement plan is also offered.

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

Commitment to compassionate care for older adults.
Enjoys working as part of an interdisciplinary team in a long-term care environment.
Values autonomy paired with organizational support.
Enjoys building meaningful relationships with residents.
Appreciates collaborative care with nursing and medical providers.
Strong interest in geriatric behavioral health, neurocognitive disorders, behavioral management, and interdisciplinary 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 while exercising 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 to facility leadership and staff, and consult facility teams on 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.
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 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 employees.
401(k) retirement plan.
Generous paid time off and paid holidays for full-time employees.