Licensed Psychologist
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- No weekends
Job Description
Licensed Psychologist- full time
Deer Oaks Behavioral Health — Long-Term Care Clinical Services
Join a mission-driven behavioral health organization that has been a trusted
partner to Long-Term Care (LTC) communities for over 30 years. Deer Oaks 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.
We are seeking a Licensed Psychologist to join our integrated clinical team. In
this role, you will work onsite in one or more long-term care facilities within
your local community, providing therapy, assessment, care planning, and
behavioral health support. This position offers professional autonomy, a
predictable Monday–Friday schedule, and robust administrative and clinical
support so you can focus on what matters most—helping patients thrive.
What You’ll Do
As a key member of the interdisciplinary team, you will:
Clinical Services
* 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 — create your own Monday–Friday schedule
* No evenings, weekends, or on-call
* Stable caseloads within close geographic proximity
* Part-time options available
Clinical Support and Professional Development
* 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
Robust Administrative Support
* 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
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, Deer Oaks
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.
To learn more about our organization, visit www.deeroaks.com.
or contact
Deena Mullins, Recruitment Partner, email: dmullins@deeroaks.com,
[dmullins@deeroaks.com]Cell: (210) 237-6478
Key Responsibilities
The psychologist will conduct comprehensive psychological evaluations and provide individual or group psychotherapy within long-term care facilities. They will also collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans and provide behavioral health support to residents and staff.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Licensed Psychologist at Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution a 8.7 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as excellent. This places the position in the top 10% in Psychology — ranked against 1,551 active Psychology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, no night shifts.
Psychologist Career Context
Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 64 active listings.
In Illinois, the Psychology weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$127k (35 salary observations; 45 listings), vs ~$127k nationally (782 salary observations; 1,441 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-01-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.
Of the 50 active Psychology listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 36% have no call, 60% require no weekends.
Psychology pay on WeekdayDoc is up 2.6% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Illinois is 100.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Illinois clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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