Post-Doctoral Resident

Exciting Opportunity: Join Deer Oaks as a Post-Doctoral Psychologist Resident in 2025!

Are you a dedicated Post-Doctoral Resident ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of older adults Deer Oaks a national leader in geriatric behavioral health since 1992 invites you to be part of our integrated treatment team. We are looking for passionate dedicated post-doctoral psychology residents to join our team. If you are ready to make a significant impact in the field of geriatric behavioral health and grow your career in a supportive and dynamic environment we encourage you to apply. You will be part of a team that delivers clinically effective psychological and psychiatric services significantly improving the overall health well-being and clinical outcomes of residents. Your work will include diagnostic assessments individual group and family psychotherapy psychological testing and more.

About Deer Oaks:

Deer Oaks has been a cornerstone in the long-term care community providing consistent on-site psychological and psychiatric services. Our clinician-led multidisciplinary team is composed of psychologists licensed clinical social workers board-certified geriatric psychiatrists and advanced practice clinicians. We pride ourselves on our exceptional clinical leadership and expertise in geriatric behavioral health ensuring our patients receive the highest standard of careââ.

Why Choose Deer Oaks

At Deer Oaks we offer a unique opportunity to specialize in psychotherapy and psychological/neuropsychological assessment within the geriatric population. Our program is designed to provide comprehensive training and support in a fast-paced collaborative environment.

Training Locations Available:

Houston TX

Benefits Offered:

• Competitive Stipend for CEUs
• 2 Weeks Paid Time Off
• 7 Paid Holidays
• Comprehensive Medical/ Dental/ Vision Insurance Benefits
• Weekly One on One Supervision
• Monthly Didactics
• Support for EPPP
• Flexible Start Dates for Full-Time W2 Positions
• Post-Program Placement and License Reimbursement for Fully Licensed Psychologists

Qualifications for a Post Doctoral Residents:

• Doctoral Degree: Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical or Counseling Psychology from an APA-accredited program.
• Completed Internship: Completion of an APA-accredited internship program.
• EPPP: Must pass EPPP prior to coming on board with Deer Oaks.
• Provisional Licensure: Eligibility for provisional licensure as a psychologist in Texas.
• Background Check: Successful completion of a criminal background check.
• Professional References: Provision of professional references including clinical supervisors or academic mentors.
• Strong Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Ethical Conduct: Adherence to the APA Code of Ethics and state regulations.

Join Us:

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Mariah Gonzales

Recruitment Partner