Forensic Psychologist

Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services•Vinita, OK

7d•$41 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

The Oklahoma Forensic Center, the largest inpatient behavioral health facility within ODMHSAS and the state’s only inpatient forensic hospital, is hiring for Psychologists. This role involves providing direct care for consumers of behavioral health treatment in an inpatient setting, including assessment, therapy, and behavior management. Psychologists are expected to possess the basic skills and training required for licensure in Oklahoma. The role may also involve conducting competence to stand trial evaluations after receiving sufficient training and supervision. The Oklahoma Forensic Center serves individuals found incompetent for adjudication or adjudicated Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity, with a mission to deliver quality forensic evaluations and effective psychiatric treatment in a therapeutic environment that preserves public safety.

Requirements

Current licensure by the Oklahoma State Board of Examiners of Psychologists.
Two (2) years of experience as a licensed psychologist.
Master's degree in psychology from an accredited college or university, with a specialty in counseling psychology.
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.
Successful completion of OSBI background check.
Pre-employment drug screen required.

Responsibilities

Provide direct care for consumers of behavioral health treatment in an inpatient setting.
Conduct assessments.
Provide therapy.
Manage behavior.
Conduct competence to stand trial evaluations after sufficient training and supervision is received.