Clinical Psychologist

Guidestareldercare; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid medical premiums

Dental and vision insurance

401K with company match

Licensing reimbursement

CEU reimbursement

Job summary

GuideStar Eldercare in Toledo, OH, is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to enhance the quality of life for geriatric patients in long-term care facilities. You will collaborate with specialty clinicians to provide continuous neuro-behavioral health services, addressing conditions like Alzheimer’s and dementia.

The ideal candidate will hold an active state Psychologist license, possess a passion for working with elderly patients, and be interested in neurobehavioral science. In return, GuideStar offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, 401K, and professional development support.

Qualifications

• An active state Psychologist license is required.
• Interest in geriatric neurobehavioral science.
• Desire to positively impact patients with neurodegenerative disorders.

Responsibilities

• Provide evaluations for residents in long-term care.
• Establish diagnoses for conditions like Alzheimer's and Parkinson’s.
• Conduct cognitive assessments and provide support therapy.
• Coordinate care plans with facilities, PCPs, and family.

Skills

Active state Psychologist license

Passion for geriatric population

Interest in neurobehavioral science

Job description

Your new company

GuideStar Eldercare’s mission is to enhance the quality of life for our shared patients by easing their suffering while actively promoting their safety, functionality, and dignity. Led by CEO/Founder, Dr. Steven Posar, our innovative care does not end with patient diagnosis and treatment. We work with long-term care facilities on complex psychological and medical management issues and regulatory compliance that help facilities establish and maintain high standards of care and compliance. Recognized as the only national LTC Behavioral Health Age-Friendly Health System, GuideStar has engaged in presenting innovative research at the Alzheimer’s Association International Conferences.

Your new role

As a Clinical Psychologist with GuideStar Eldercare, you will join in our efforts to provide neuro-behavioral health services to residents in long term care facilities. Using a multi-disciplinary approach, you will partner with specialty clinicians to provide holistic, continuity of care for the elderly afflicted with neurocognitive disorders like dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and other neurologic and/or psychiatric diagnoses.

What you'll do

• Provide evaluation
• Establish different diagnosis, i.e., Alzheimer's vs. Parkinson’s vs. Vascular
• Provide cognitive assessments
• Provide condition‑specific support therapy or when indicated, insight‑based therapy
• Coordinate the patient's care plan with the facility, PCP and GuideStar colleagues, and engage with the family as indicated.

What you'll need to succeed

An active state Psychologist license, passion for the geriatric population, interest in neurobehavioral science, and a desire to make a difference in a population struggling with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, and other neurodegenerative disorders. An HSPP is preferred in applicable states.

What you'll get in return

A full suite of benefits, including medical at 30 hours/week (company‑paid premiums for eligible employees), dental, vision, life, long/short‑term disability, 401K, licensing reimbursement (including license renewals), CEU reimbursement, in‑house CEU offerings, 60‑day new hire training program.

All GuideStar employees must be vaccinated against the flu.

GuideStar follows all applicable laws; contact [e-mail] for more information. Testing for illegal drugs will be administered to all final candidates for whom an offer of employment has been extended.

How to Apply

If you are interested in working with the geriatric population, have a passion for neurobehavioral science, and a desire to make a difference in a population struggling with dementia and other neurodegenerative and psychiatric disorders, please forward your resume or contact us at [e-mail] for more information.