Geriatric Psychologist — Flexible Mon–Fri, No Evenings

Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Generous PTO and paid Holidays

Liability insurance provided (company‑

Liability insurance provided (company‑

Job summary

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health — Long-Term Care Clinical Services is seeking a Licensed Psychologist to join an integrated clinical team onsite in local LTC facilities, delivering therapy, assessments, care planning, and behavioral health support for older adults and those with chronic conditions.

The position offers professional autonomy, a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, strong administrative and clinical support, and opportunities for ongoing professional development to help patients thrive.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Psychologist license
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to work independently with an interdisciplinary team
• Experience in long-term care environments is preferred

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 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
• 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
• 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
• 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
• We are deeply committed to supporting our clinicians with the training, tools, benefits, and administrative support they need to thrive both personally and professionally

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical documentation

Autonomy in clinical care

Tools

GNT

Job description

Deer Oaks Behavioral Health — Long-Term Care Clinical Services is seeking a Licensed Psychologist to join an integrated clinical team onsite in local LTC facilities, delivering therapy, assessments, care planning, and behavioral health support for older adults and those with chronic conditions.

The position offers professional autonomy, a predictable Monday–Friday schedule, strong administrative and clinical support, and opportunities for ongoing professional development to help patients thrive.