Licensed Psychologist

Deer Oaks • Low Moor, VA

26d • Onsite

About The Position

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health is seeking a Licensed Psychologist to join its integrated clinical team serving long-term care communities. The psychologist works onsite in one or more local long-term care facilities, providing therapy, assessment, care planning, and behavioral health support to older adults and people with chronic medical or cognitive conditions. The role offers professional autonomy, a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, and clinical and administrative support.

The psychologist provides comprehensive psychological evaluations, individual and family therapy, caregiver support, group therapy when appropriate, behavioral management interventions, and individualized treatment planning. The role also involves managing a caseload independently, collaborating with facility staff and interdisciplinary care teams, participating in meetings and care plan reviews, and advising facility teams on behavioral strategies and resident care.

The psychologist maintains timely, accurate clinical documentation using the Geriatric Notes Tool (GNT) and follows applicable state laws, CMS expectations, HIPAA standards, and APA ethical guidelines. Deer Oaks provides administrative support for billing, collections, insurance, authorization, and credentialing, as well as clinical resources and consultation. The position is part-time; full-time benefits are noted separately where applicable.

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 and 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 and collaborative care with nursing and medical providers.
• Passion for working with older adults.
• Comfort thriving 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 people 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.
• Independently manage a caseload 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, offering consultation on behavioral strategies, resident needs, and care recommendations.
• Complete documentation promptly using the Geriatric Notes Tool (GNT) and maintain accurate clinical records in line 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 Monday–Friday scheduling; clinicians can create their own schedule.
• No evenings, weekends, or on-call.
• 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 mentorship opportunities.
• Administrative support for billing, collections, insurance, authorization, and credentialing.
• HIPAA-compliant documentation systems and minimized 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 staff.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Generous PTO and paid holidays for full-time staff.

What This Job Offers

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