Asst Director of Forensic Psychology

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452 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERV.

Asst Director of Forensic Psychology

452 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERV.

Oklahoma Forensic Center

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Full time

Regular

Salary-$

Assistant Director of Forensic Psychology

Oklahoma Forensic Center - Vinita, OK

Full-Time
- In person only | Exempt | $ annually

At the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS), our guiding values-I.C.A.R.E. (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence)-aren'tjust words; they shape everything we do. Our mission is to promote healthy communities and provide the highest quality care to enhance the well-being of all Oklahomans. Ifyou'r ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to grow with us.

Step into a leadership role where psychology meets the justice system in one of the most impactful ways possible. At the Oklahoma Forensic Center (OFC), yourexpertisewon'tjust inform decisions- it will shape lives, influence legal outcomes, and strengthen communities.

We'relooking for an Assistant Director of Forensic Psychology

• Location:
  
  Vinita, Oklahoma (approximately 60 miles northeast of Tulsa)
• Capacity: 268 beds
• Population Served:
  Individuals found incompetent for adjudication

or adjudicated

Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity

Mission:
Deliver quality forensic evaluations and effective psychiatric treatment in a

therapeutic environment that preserves public safety

This is more than a clinical role—it’sa statewide leadership position.

• Direct reports to facility medical director
• Supervise a minimum of 5 psychologist direct reports
• Supervise therapeutic team leads (2): NGRI and Restoration
• These leads oversee
• Psychoeducation groups
• Recreation functions
• Restoration programming/education
• Patient therapy and case management needs
• Work directly with NGRI and Restoration program directors
• Oversees inpatient observation and evaluation processes
• Oversees court ordered in person competency evaluations
• Oversees and manages completion and timeliness per facility policy for all risk

assessments

Required Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology (APA-accredited)
• Completion of a 1-year pre-doctoral internship, including direct supervision from a licensed psychologist specializing in clinical or counseling psychology
• Minimum of4 years of post-doctoral specialized training in the evaluation and/or treatment of forensic clients
• At least 2 years of licensure as a psychologist
• Demonstrated experience in forensic evaluations and expert testimony

• Preferred PsyD and/or Forensic Board Certification
• SuccessfulcompletionofOSBI background check
• Pre-employment drug screen required
• We are a J1 waiver sponsor

ODMHSAS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package:

• Generous state-paid benefit allowance
• Multiple health insurance options (no pre-existing condition exclusions)
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and dependent care)
• Employeeassistanceand wellness programs
• 11 paid holidays annually
• 15 vacation days and 15 sick days in your first year
• Retirement plan with strong employer match
• Longevity bonuses
• Student loan repayment opportunities
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) support

Living near Grand Lake offers an exceptional balance of work and lifestyle:

• Minutes from Grand Lake o' the Cherokees- one of Oklahoma's premier destinations for boating, fishing, 4x4 rock crawling and waterfront living

for boating, fishing, 4x4 rock crawling and waterfront living

• Relaxed pace with low cost of living and short commutes
• Access to golf courses, marinas, and scenic outdoor spaces
• Unique local shops, dining, and cultural attractions
• Close-knit community with easy access to Tulsa

Ifyou'relooking for a role that combines clinical depth, leadership influence, and meaningful impact, this is it.

Bring yourexpertisewhere it counts most.

The State of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonableaccommodationsavailable upon request.

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not…