Licensed Psychologist

Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution•Las Cruces, NM

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health is hiring a Licensed Psychologist to join its Long-Term Care Clinical Services integrated team. The psychologist works onsite at one or more long-term care facilities in the local community, providing therapy, psychological assessment, care planning, and behavioral health support to older adults and people with chronic medical or cognitive conditions. The role offers clinical autonomy, a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, and administrative and clinical support. The psychologist conducts psychological evaluations, provides individual and family therapy, supports caregivers, leads or co-leads group therapy when appropriate, and develops evidence-based individualized treatment plans. The position involves independent caseload management and close collaboration with facility staff and interdisciplinary care teams. The psychologist also maintains compliant clinical records and develops professional relationships with facility personnel. Deer Oaks has focused exclusively on behavioral health in long-term care since 1992 and serves skilled nursing and assisted living facilities nationwide. The organization's mission is to enhance residents' emotional well-being and quality of life through compassionate, clinically excellent behavioral health services.

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 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 on behavioral strategies, resident needs, and care recommendations.
Complete documentation in a timely manner 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.
Represent Deer Oaks with professionalism and empathy, and maintain reliability, punctuality, and strong communication.

Benefits

Flexible Monday–Friday scheduling.
No evenings, weekends, or on-call work.
Stable caseloads within close geographic proximity.
Part-time options available.
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.
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.