Director of Forensic Psychology

State of Oklahoma•Vinita, OK

4d•$61•Onsite

About The Position

Here at the Oklahoma Forensic Center the Psychology department is looking for a Director of Forensic Psychology who would perform professional work in the administration and interpretation of standardized cognitive, affective and behavioral tests for forensic evaluations for pretrial consumers and those adjudicated Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity. Provides testimony in some cases. Develops and trains internal and external participants regarding forensic topics. Collaborates throughout the facility, agency, and other agencies for effective planning and forensic information sharing. Incumbent will serve as the primary faculty training statewide forensic examiners; directing statewide forensic psychology programs; coordinating program activities with other agencies; budgeting and planning; setting and complying with state and federal guidelines; leading, developing and training forensic professionals; and supervising other personnel.

Requirements

doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA accredited program
completion of a one (1) year pre-doctoral internship, including direct supervision from a licensed psychologist specializing in clinical or counseling psychology
four (4) or more years of post-doctoral specialized training in the evaluation and/or treatment of forensic clients, including two (2) years of licensure
experience in completing forensic evaluations and serving as an expert witness
Applicant must be able to pass an OSBI background check
Applicants must be willing and able to fulfill any job-related travel normally associated with this position and as such have a valid driver’s license

Responsibilities

administration and interpretation of standardized cognitive, affective and behavioral tests for forensic evaluations
Provides testimony in some cases
Develops and trains internal and external participants regarding forensic topics
Collaborates throughout the facility, agency, and other agencies for effective planning and forensic information sharing
directing statewide forensic psychology programs
coordinating program activities with other agencies
budgeting and planning
setting and complying with state and federal guidelines
leading, developing and training forensic professionals
supervising other personnel

Benefits

Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
A wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations
Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses or dependent care
Employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs
11 paid holidays
15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year
Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match
Longevity Bonus for years of service
Student Loan repayment options
Training opportunities for CEU requirements