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Licensed Psychologist

Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution·Roswell, New Mexico

Part Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 6 days ago
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About the role

Provide comprehensive psychological evaluations, psychotherapy, and behavioral health support to older adults in long-term care facilities. Collaborate with interdisciplinary medical teams to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.

Licensed Psychologist: 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.

Requirements

Must possess an active, unrestricted Psychologist License and a valid driver's license with reliable transportation. Requires strong interpersonal communication skills and the ability to work independently within a clinical LTC environment.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Case Management
  • Treatment Planning
  • Geriatric Care
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Group Therapy
  • Interdisciplinary Collaboration
  • Family Therapy
  • Individual Psychotherapy
  • Behavioral Management
  • Psychological Evaluation
  • Mental Status Exams
  • Cognitive Screening

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Vision Insurance
  • Medical Insurance
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Liability Insurance
  • Free APA-accredited CEUs

Posting details

Employment type
Part Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Locations
Roswell, New Mexico; Alamogordo, New Mexico
Posted
Jul 21, 2026
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Hiring organization

Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution

Deer Oaks, a nationally recognized and leading provider of behavioral health services in post-acute settings, has a passionate commitment to serving the post-acute population with medically necessary, outcome-oriented psychological and psychiatric services. Deer Oaks employs...

IndustryMental Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size501-1,000 employees
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Behavioral health roles remain in steady demand

In New Mexico, behavioral-health roles are often competitive because employers look for clinicians with an active, unrestricted license and experience delivering evidence-based therapy in a HIPAA-compliant remote or hybrid setting. Flexible scheduling, professional development, and administrative support can make these openings more attractive, especially when billing and credentialing are handled for you. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and home-office setup before applying.

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