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 care​​.

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:

Austin, TX

Benefits Offered: 

• Competitive Stipend for CEU’s
• 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.
• 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:

To explore further information regarding Deer Oaks and potential opportunities with our organization, kindly visit our official website at www.deeroaks.com. Please feel free to schedule a telephone call with me by visiting or alternatively, you can reach out to me directly via email at dmullins@deeroaks.com or by phone at (210) 237-6478

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Deena Mullins

Recruitment Partner

Recruiter Liaison

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