What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Forensic Psychology position at Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services?
Director of Forensic Psychology
📍 Oklahoma Forensic Center – Vinita, OK
💼 Full-Time | Exempt | Commensurate based on education and experience
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 a 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.
This is more than a clinical role—it’s a statewide leadership position.
As Director, you will:
Required Qualifications:
ODMHSAS offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package:
Living near Grand Lake offers an exceptional balance of work and lifestyle:
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.
📍 Oklahoma Forensic Center – Vinita, OK
💼 Full-Time | Exempt | Commensurate based on education and experience
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 a 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
This is more than a clinical role—it’s a statewide leadership position.
As Director, you will:
- Lead and oversee forensic psychology programs across Oklahoma
- Conduct and supervise complex forensic evaluations
- Provide expert witness testimony in legal proceedings
- Train and mentor forensic examiners and psychology staff
- Collaborate with legal, medical, and administrative teams
- Develop policies, ensure compliance, and guide program strategy
- Manage budgeting, planning, and interagency coordination
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
- Successful completion of OSBI background check
- Pre-employment drug screen required
- We are a J1 waiver sponsor
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
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
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.