Licensed Psychologist

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mariner healthcareCalifornia (MO)

Therapists, All Other Outpatient Mental Health and Substance Abuse Centers

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Senior

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$140,000 per year

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About the role

Position Title Licensed Psychologist – Skilled Nursing Facilities (Multi-Facility Coverage) Reports ToRegional Vice President of Operations (RVPO) Vice President of Clinical Operations (VPCO) Medical Director (clinical collaboration) Position TypeFull-Time (Multi-Facility Coverage) Travel required within assigned Northern California region

Position Summary: The Licensed Psychologist provides behavioral health evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and consultation services to residents across multiple Skilled Nursing Facilities (SNFs). The role supports regulatory compliance (CMS, CDPH), QAPI initiatives, and interdisciplinary care planning, with a focus on: Substance Use Disorders (SUD) Serious Mental Illness (SMI) Dementia-related behaviors Adjustment disorders and psychosocial stressors The Psychologist plays a key role in ensuring timely behavioral health interventions, reducing rehospitalizations, improving quality measures, and supporting survey readiness and compliance monitoring.

Key Responsibilities: 1. Clinical Assessment & Diagnosis Conduct initial and ongoing psychological evaluations for: New admissions (especially TAPS-triggered residents) Behavioral changes or acute events Utilize standardized tools: TAPS (Tobacco, Alcohol, Prescription Substance)PHQ-9, BIMS, MoCA (as applicable) Provide DSM-5-based diagnoses and clinical impressions Determine risk level (Low / Moderate / High behavioral risk)2. Treatment Planning & Intervention Developindividualized behavioral health care plansin collaboration with IDT:MatrixCare-ready documentation Provide: Psychotherapy (brief, solution-focused, supportive) Behavioral interventions Coping strategies

Address:

Aggression, agitation, wandering, refusal of care
Substance-seeking behaviors
Depression, anxiety, trauma3. Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) Collaboration
Participate in:
Care plan meetings
Behavioral health rounds
Post-incident reviews (falls, altercations, substance events)
Provide recommendations to:
DON, Social Services, Nursing, Activities
Supportroot cause analysis (RCA)and intervention planning4. Behavioral Health Program Support
Assist facilities with:
TAPS compliance workflows
Behavioral Health Rapid Response protocolsSUD monitoring programs
Develop and refine:
Behavioral care pathways
De-escalation strategies
Non-pharmacological interventions5. Regulatory & Compliance Support
Ensure documentation meets:
CMS F-Tags (e.g., F740–F745 Behavioral Health)
Title 22 (California SNF regulations)CDPH survey expectations
Provide documentation that is:

Survey-ready Legally defensible Assist during: SurveysIDR processes Compliance monitor reviews6. Staff Education & Training Provide training to: Nursing staff (RN/LVN/CNA) Social Services Leadership team Topics include: Managing difficult behaviors Substance use disorder awareness Suicide risk identification Trauma-informed care Support DSD with competency validation7. Crisis Intervention Respond to: Suicidal ideation or attempts Aggressive or violent behavior Acute psychosis Provide: Immediate assessment Recommendations for transfer (if needed) Clearance documentation for return from acute care8. Documentation Requirements Complete timely documentation including: Initial evaluations (within facility-defined timeframe) Progress notesIDT recommendations Risk assessments Ensure: Clarity, accuracy, and regulatory compliance Integration into EMR (e.g., MatrixCare)9. Quality Improvement (QAPI) Participation Participate in QAPI initiatives related to: Behavioral health outcomes Reduction in antipsychotic use Rehospitalization rates Provide data insights and recommendations Assist with behavioral health dashboards and trending

Qualifications: Education Doctoral degree (PhD or PsyD) in Psychology from an accredited institution LicensureActive, unrestricted license as a Psychologist in the State of California ExperienceMinimum 1 year of experience in: SNF, subacute, or geriatric settings (preferred) Behavioral health or substance use treatment Experience with: Dementia care Post-acute / long-term care populations

Core Competencies: Strong knowledge of:

Geriatric psychology
Substance Use Disorders (SUD)
Behavioral interventions in SNF settings
Familiarity with:
CMS regulations and survey processQAPI frameworks
Ability to:
Work independently across multiple facilities
Communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams
Provide clear, defensible clinical documentation
Work Environment
Multi-site SNF coverage across Northern California
Combination of:n-site facility visits
Potential telehealth services (if applicable)
Travel required between facilities
Additional Expectations
Maintain confidentiality (HIPAA compliance)
Adhere to facility and corporate policies
Support organizational mission, vision, and core values
Participate in regional clinical meetings as assigned

Salary Range: $140,000.00 to $160,000.00 per year depending on experience

Mariner Healthcare reserves the right to discontinue any bonus program at anytime.

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