Assistant Director of Forensic Psychology
đź“ŤOklahoma Forensic Center - Vinita, OK
đź’ĽFull-Time- In person only | Exempt | $180,000.00 annually
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 informdecisions-it will shape lives, influence legal outcomes, and strengthen communities.
We'relooking for an AssistantDirector of Forensic Psychologywho'sready 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)
- Population Served: Individuals found incompetent for adjudication
oradjudicatedNot Guilty by Reason of Insanity
- Mission: Deliver quality forensic evaluations and effective psychiatric treatment in a
therapeutic environment that preserves public safety
WhatYou'llDo
This is more than a clinical role-it'sa 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
- 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 of4 years of post-doctoralspecialized 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
SpecialRequirements:
- Preferred PsyD and/or Forensic Board Certification
- Successfulcompletion ofOSBI background check
- Pre-employment drug screenrequired
- 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)
- Employeeassistanceand wellness programs
- 11 paid holidays annually
- 15 vacation days and 15 sick days in your first year
- Retirement plan with strong employer match
- 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?
Ifyou'relooking for a role that combinesclinical depth, leadership influence, and meaningful impact, this is it.
Bring yourexpertisewhere it counts most.
Apply today and help shape the future of forensic mental health in Oklahoma.
