Forensic Psychologist

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Job Posting Title Forensic Psychologist Agency 452 MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE SERV. Supervisory Organization Oklahoma Forensic Center Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank. Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above. Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank) Full/Part-Time Full time Job Type Regular Compensation Commensurate based on education and experience Job Description Forensic Psychologist 📍 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 Here at the Oklahoma Forensic Center the Psychology department is hiring for Psychologists that would provide direct care for consumers of behavioral health treatment in an inpatient setting, services include assessment and therapy and behavior management and would be expected to have the basic skills and training required to be a licensed as a psychologist in the State of Oklahoma. The psychologist may be required to conduct competence to stand trial evaluations after sufficient training and supervision is received as determined by the appointing authority. 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 Required Qualifications: (Forensic Psychologist II) – Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a current licensure by the Oklahoma State Board of Examiners of Psychologists and two (2) years of experience as a licensed psychologist. (Psychologist) – Education and Experience requirements at this level consist of a master's degree in psychology from an accredited college or university, with a specialty in counseling psychology, plus one (1) academic year in a full-time post-master’s or pre-doctoral internship or one (1) year of full-time experience, while enrolled in a major doctoral study program, under the direct supervision of a licensed psychologist. Must be currently licensed by the Oklahoma State Board of Examiners of Psychologists. Special Requirements: 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 Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Oklahoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations available upon request. Equal Opportunity Employment The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability. Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub . If you are needing any extra assistance or have any questions relating to a job you have applied for, please click the link below and find the agency for which you applied for additional information: Agency Contact