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Forensic Psychologist

Vinita, OK · On-site

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Forensic Psychologist

Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services

Vinita, OK • On-site

$41.34 - $46.15/hr

Full-time

Medical, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago

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.

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