Asst Director of Forensic Psychology

Job Posting Title

Asst Director of Forensic Psychology

Agency

452 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERV.

Supervisory Organization

Oklahoma Forensic Center

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Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Salary-$180,000.00

Job Description

• Assistant Director of Forensic Psychology
• 📍 Oklahoma Forensic Center – Vinita, OK
• 💼 Full-Time- In person only | Exempt | $180,000.00 annually

Join a Team that CARES

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’t just 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. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to grow with us.

Make Your Work Matter

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), your expertise won’t just inform decisions—it will shape lives, influence legal outcomes, and strengthen communities.

We’re looking for an Assistant Director of Forensic Psychology who’s ready to lead, innovate, and elevate forensic mental health services across the state.

About the Facility

The Oklahoma Forensic Center is the largest inpatient behavioral health facility within ODMHSAS and the state’s only inpatient forensic hospital, serving all 77 counties.

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

What You’ll Do

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

As Assistant Director, you will:

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

What You Bring

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 of 4 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

Special Requirements:

Preferred PsyD and/or Forensic Board Certification

Successful completion of OSBI background check

Pre-employment drug screen required

We are a J1 waiver sponsor

Benefits That Support You

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)

Employee assistance and 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

Life in the Grand Lake Area

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

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

Ready to Lead?

If you're looking for a role that combines clinical depth, leadership influence, and meaningful impact , this is it.

Bring your expertise where it counts most.

Apply today and help shape the future of forensic mental health in Oklahoma.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations available upon request.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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