Senior Director, Forensic Psychology Services

Okpsych; San Diego (CA); Remote; USD 162,000 - 198,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance options

Flexible spending accounts

CME support

Retirement plan with employer match

Generous benefit allowance

Job summary

Oklahoma Forensic Center is seeking an Assistant Director of Forensic Psychology to lead forensic mental health services across the state. You will supervise a team of psychologists, oversee inpatient evaluations, and coordinate court-ordered competency work.

The role requires a doctoral degree in psychology, licensure, and extensive post-doctoral forensic experience. This leadership position offers substantial impact on policy and patient care in a state-wide system.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology (APA-accredited) with internship and 1 year of pre-doctoral supervision.
• Minimum 4 years post-doctoral specialized training in evaluation and/or treatment of forensic clients.
• At least 2 years of licensure as a psychologist and demonstrated experience in forensic evaluations and expert testimony.
• Preferred PsyD and/or Forensic Board Certification.
• OSBI background check, pre-employment drug screen, and J1 waiver sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Direct reports to facility medical director and supervise psychologist staff.
• Oversee NGRI and Restoration programs and clinical teams.
• Coordinate psychoeducation groups, recreation, and restoration programming.
• Manage patient therapy, case management needs, and risk assessments.
• Collaborate with program directors on court-ordered evaluations and inpatient processes.

Skills

Forensic evaluations

Expert testimony

Clinical leadership

Education

Doctorate in Clinical or Counseling Psychology

APA-accredited internship with supervision

Post-doctoral training in forensic psychology

Licensed psychologist

Job description

Oklahoma Forensic Center is seeking an Assistant Director of Forensic Psychology to lead forensic mental health services across the state. You will supervise a team of psychologists, oversee inpatient evaluations, and coordinate court-ordered competency work.

The role requires a doctoral degree in psychology, licensure, and extensive post-doctoral forensic experience. This leadership position offers substantial impact on policy and patient care in a state-wide system.