Assistant Director of Forensic Psychology

Oklahoma Forensic Center; Vinita (OK); On-site; USD 162,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous state-paid benefit allowance

Multiple health insurance options

Flexible spending accounts

Employee assistance and wellness

Job summary

Oklahoma Forensic Center in Vinita, OK is seeking an Assistant Director of Forensic Psychology. This full-time, in-person leadership role guides statewide forensic mental health services and directs a team of psychologists and clinical leads to ensure high-quality evaluations and treatment.

The position emphasizes oversight of risk assessments, competency evaluations, and program development to influence legal outcomes and community safety. Competitive benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology (APA-accredited) required.
• Completion of a 1-year pre-doctoral internship with direct supervision.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Direct reports to facility medical director.
• Supervise a minimum of 5 psychologist direct reports.
• Supervise therapeutic team leads (2): NGRI and Restoration.
• 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.

Skills

Forensic evaluations

Expert testimony

Education

Doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology (APA-accredited)

1-year pre-doctoral internship with supervision

4+ years post-doctoral forensic training

2+ years licensed psychologist

Forensic evaluations and expert testimony experience

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’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’reready 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), yourexpertisewon’tjust informdecisions—it will shape lives, influence legal outcomes, and strengthen communities.

We’relooking for an Assistant Director of Forensic Psychology who’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)

Capacity: 268 beds

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

What You’ll Do

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
• 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

• 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

Special Requirements

• Preferred PsyD and/or Forensic Board Certification
• SuccessfulcompletionofOSBI 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
• 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?

Equal Opportunity Employer

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