Director of Forensic Services

Director of Forensic Services Overview

The Director of Forensic Services provides executive-level leadership and oversight for all forensic programs within the Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS). This includes statewide coordination of competency evaluations, restoration services, court-ordered treatment, forensic bed management, and collaboration with Oklahoma courts, law enforcement, and correctional partners. The Director ensures that forensic services are clinically sound, legally compliant, recovery-oriented, and aligned with ODMHSAS’s mission.

The individual selected for this position will assist the ODMHSAS Chief Medical Officer and other senior leadership to implement and ensure ongoing compliance with the requirements of a federal court consent decree that is in place. This position will be located at the Oklahoma Forensic Center, Vinita, Oklahoma.

• Job Type: Full-time, one vacancy
• Application Period:
  Open until filled
• Salary:
  Commensurate with experience
• FLSA Status:
  Exempt

• Must hold a degree of M.D. or D.O.;
  Licensure to practice medicine in the state of Oklahoma;
  Three (3) years of experience as a practicing psychiatrist;
• OR a Ph.D. or a Psy.
  
  D. in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA accredited program;
  Completion of a one (1) year pre-doctoral internship, including direct supervision from a licensed psychologist specializing in clinical or counseling psychology; and four (4) or more years of post-doctoral specialized training in the evaluation and/or treatment of forensic clients, including two (2) years of licensure; experience in completing forensic evaluations and serving as an expert witness.
• Must have a specialty certification in Forensic Psychology or Forensic Psychiatry or a minimum of 10 years of forensic experience;
• Must have specific knowledge of the Oklahoma criminal justice and competency system;
• And experience performing competency evaluations and competency restoration within the last five (5) years.

• Generous state-paid benefit allowance for insurance premiums.
• Comprehensive health insurance options with no exclusions for pre-existing conditions.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.
• Retirement savings with employer matching.
• Longevity bonuses, student loan repayment options, and CEU training opportunities.

Dedicated to Excellence in Behavioral Health Services.

Vision:
Oklahoma sets the standard for behavioral health systems that provide transformative, agile, and quality care.

ICARE Values:
Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence

Reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.