Licensed Psychologist

What You’ll Do

• 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

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

• 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

Documentation & Compliance

• 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

Facility Partnership

• 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

Why Choose Deer Oaks?

• We are deeply committed to supporting our clinicians with the training, tools, benefits, and administrative support they need to thrive both personally and professionally
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible scheduling, stable caseloads, part-time options available, and robust administrative support
• Clinical Support and Professional Development: APA-accredited CEUs, clinical leaders, training modules, and specialty geriatric resources
• Robust Administrative Support: Support teams for billing, collections, insurance, authorization, and credentialing

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation model
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Generous PTO and paid holidays

Who Thrives in This Role?

• Successful Deer Oaks Psychologists Share a Commitment To Compassionate Care And Enjoy Working As Part Of An Interdisciplinary Team In The LTC Environment
• You May Be An Ideal Fit If You Value autonomy paired with strong organizational support
• Enjoy building meaningful relationships with residents
• Appreciate collaborative care with nursing and medical providers
• Have strong communication and documentation skills
• Are passionate about working with older adults
• Thrive in a structured yet flexible clinical environment

What You’ll Need

• 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

About Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution

• Focused exclusively on behavioral health in long-term care since 1992
• Proudly serves thousands of skilled nursing and assisted living facilities nationwide
• Our mission is to enhance the emotional well-being and quality of life of residents through compassionate, clinically excellent behavioral health services