What are the responsibilities and job description for the Post-Doctoral Resident position at Deer Oaks - The Behavioral Health Solution?
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:
San Antonio, 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 learn more about this exciting opportunity and Deer Oaks' commitment to improving the wellbeing of long-term care residents, visit our website at www.deeroaks.com. For inquiries, please contact Larry King at 361-277-5266 or via email at lking@deeroaks.com.
Embark on a rewarding career path with Deer Oaks and contribute to making a real difference in geriatric behavioral health!
Larry D. King
Recruiter Liaison
