Licensed Psychologist
About The Position
Deer Oaks Behavioral Health is a nationally recognized leader in geriatric behavioral health, partnering with thousands of facilities across the country to deliver compassionate, evidence-based care to older adults and individuals with chronic medical conditions. They are seeking a Licensed Psychologist to join their integrated clinical team. In this role, the psychologist will work onsite in one or more long-term care facilities within the local community, providing therapy, assessment, care planning, and behavioral health support. The position offers professional autonomy, a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, and robust administrative and clinical support, allowing the clinician to focus on patient care. Deer Oaks is committed to supporting its clinicians with training, tools, benefits, and administrative support to help them thrive personally and professionally. The organization has focused exclusively on behavioral health in long-term care since 1992, serving thousands of skilled nursing and assisted living facilities nationwide with a mission to enhance the emotional well-being and quality of life of residents.
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
- Comfortable navigating LTC environments
- Commitment to timely documentation and high-quality care
Nice To Haves
- Commitment to compassionate care
- Enjoy working as part of an interdisciplinary team in the LTC environment
- Value autonomy paired with strong organizational support
- Enjoy building meaningful relationships with residents
- Appreciate collaborative care with nursing and medical providers
- Passionate about 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 the needs of 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 to support residents, facility staff, and families
- Develop and implement individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based practices
- Manage caseload independently while exercising clinical judgment consistent with ethical and professional standards
- Partner daily 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
- Offer consultation to facility teams regarding behavioral strategies, resident needs, and care recommendations
- Complete all documentation in a timely manner using our 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 and professional relationships with facility personnel
- Model professionalism and empathy while representing Deer Oaks
- Maintain reliability, punctuality, and strong communication to support consistent care delivery
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling — create your own Monday–Friday schedule
- No evenings, weekends, or on-call
- Stable caseloads within close geographic proximity
- Part-time options available
- APA-accredited CEUs at no cost
- Access to clinical leaders, training modules, and specialty geriatric resources
- Regular case consultation and opportunities for mentorship
- Continuing education that strengthens your expertise in geriatrics, neurocognitive disorders, behavioral management, and interdisciplinary care
- Support teams for billing, collections, insurance, authorization, and credentialing
- Efficient workflows with HIPAA compliant documentation systems
- Minimized administrative burden so you can focus on clinical care
- Liability insurance provided (100% company-paid) for full-time and part-time staff
- Competitive compensation model
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Generous PTO and paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
