Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
Director of Forensic Psychology
Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services, Vinita, Oklahoma, United States, 74301
Director of Forensic Psychology
Join a team that CARES! Here at ODMHSAS, we believe in I.C.A.R.E. – Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. Our mission is to promote healthy communities and provide the highest quality care to enhance the well‑being of all Oklahomans. We take that very seriously – because we care!
About us:
Come grow with us! The Oklahoma Forensic Center (OFC) located in Vinita, OK is a 24‑hour, secure inpatient forensic facility that provides jail competency services for the State of Oklahoma. Currently OFC has 268 beds for consumers who have been found incompetent for adjudication or adjudicated as Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity. OFC is expanding with new construction scheduled to be completed in the Fall of 2025 adding an additional 84 beds. When completed, OFC will have a total of 352 beds to house consumers.
About the Position Here at the Oklahoma Forensic Center the Psychology department is looking for a Director of Forensic Psychology who would perform professional work in the administration and interpretation of standardized cognitive, affective and behavioral tests for forensic evaluations for pretrial consumers and those adjudicated Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity. Provides testimony in some cases. Develops and trains internal and external participants regarding forensic topics. Collaborates throughout the facility, agency, and other agencies for effective planning and forensic information sharing.
Incumbent will serve as the primary faculty training statewide forensic examiners; directing statewide forensic psychology programs; coordinating program activities with other agencies; budgeting and planning; setting and complying with state and federal guidelines; leading, developing and training forensic professionals; and supervising other personnel.
Job Type/Salary
Open/Close dates: 10/13/2025 - until filled
Full‑time
Hourly payrate: $61.11
Primary Working Hours are: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
FLSA Status: Exempt
Primary Work Location/Department: Oklahoma Forensic Center, Vinita, Ok
Vacancies: 1
Minimum Qualifications and Experience Education and Experience requirements: a doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA‑accredited program; completion of a one‑year pre‑doctoral internship, including direct supervision from a licensed psychologist specializing in clinical or counseling psychology; and four or more years of post‑doctoral specialized training in the evaluation and/or treatment of forensic clients, including two years of licensure; experience in completing forensic evaluations and serving as an expert witness.
Special Requirements
Applicant must be able to pass an OSBI background check.
Applicants must be willing and able to fulfill any job‑related travel normally associated with this position and have a valid driver’s license.
Great Reasons to Work with Us ODMHSAS is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents. Our benefits include:
Generous state‑paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre‑existing condition exclusions or limitations
Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs
11 paid holidays
15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year
Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match
Longevity Bonus for years of service
Student Loan repayment options
Training opportunities for CEU requirements
Drug and Alcohol Pre‑employment and Pre‑placement Testing Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants for safety sensitive positions shall be required to submit a urinalysis to test for drugs. A negative drug test result is required.
Work Hours and Location THIS AGENCY REQUIRES COVERAGE 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS PER WEEK. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION MAY VARY DEPENDING ON BUSINESS NECESSITY. EMPLOYEES MAY BE REQUIRED TO WORK WEEKENDS AND OVERTIME.
Reasonable Accommodation Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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About us:
Come grow with us! The Oklahoma Forensic Center (OFC) located in Vinita, OK is a 24‑hour, secure inpatient forensic facility that provides jail competency services for the State of Oklahoma. Currently OFC has 268 beds for consumers who have been found incompetent for adjudication or adjudicated as Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity. OFC is expanding with new construction scheduled to be completed in the Fall of 2025 adding an additional 84 beds. When completed, OFC will have a total of 352 beds to house consumers.
About the Position Here at the Oklahoma Forensic Center the Psychology department is looking for a Director of Forensic Psychology who would perform professional work in the administration and interpretation of standardized cognitive, affective and behavioral tests for forensic evaluations for pretrial consumers and those adjudicated Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity. Provides testimony in some cases. Develops and trains internal and external participants regarding forensic topics. Collaborates throughout the facility, agency, and other agencies for effective planning and forensic information sharing.
Incumbent will serve as the primary faculty training statewide forensic examiners; directing statewide forensic psychology programs; coordinating program activities with other agencies; budgeting and planning; setting and complying with state and federal guidelines; leading, developing and training forensic professionals; and supervising other personnel.
Job Type/Salary
Open/Close dates: 10/13/2025 - until filled
Full‑time
Hourly payrate: $61.11
Primary Working Hours are: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
FLSA Status: Exempt
Primary Work Location/Department: Oklahoma Forensic Center, Vinita, Ok
Vacancies: 1
Minimum Qualifications and Experience Education and Experience requirements: a doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA‑accredited program; completion of a one‑year pre‑doctoral internship, including direct supervision from a licensed psychologist specializing in clinical or counseling psychology; and four or more years of post‑doctoral specialized training in the evaluation and/or treatment of forensic clients, including two years of licensure; experience in completing forensic evaluations and serving as an expert witness.
Special Requirements
Applicant must be able to pass an OSBI background check.
Applicants must be willing and able to fulfill any job‑related travel normally associated with this position and have a valid driver’s license.
Great Reasons to Work with Us ODMHSAS is proud to provide a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our employees and their dependents. Our benefits include:
Generous state‑paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre‑existing condition exclusions or limitations
Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs
11 paid holidays
15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year
Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match
Longevity Bonus for years of service
Student Loan repayment options
Training opportunities for CEU requirements
Drug and Alcohol Pre‑employment and Pre‑placement Testing Upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants for safety sensitive positions shall be required to submit a urinalysis to test for drugs. A negative drug test result is required.
Work Hours and Location THIS AGENCY REQUIRES COVERAGE 24 HOURS, 7 DAYS PER WEEK. WORK HOURS AND LOCATION MAY VARY DEPENDING ON BUSINESS NECESSITY. EMPLOYEES MAY BE REQUIRED TO WORK WEEKENDS AND OVERTIME.
Reasonable Accommodation Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.
Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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