Forensic Psychologist II

about the position

we are hiring psychologists to provide direct, inpatient behavioral health care at the oklahoma forensic center, vinita, oklahoma. Services include assessment, individual and group therapy, and behavior management. Psychologists may be required to conduct competence‑to‑stand‑trial evaluations after receiving sufficient training and supervision as determined by the appointing authority.

• open/close dates: 3/12/2025 until filled
• full‑time
• hourly pay rate: forensic psychologist ii – $46.15; psychologist – $41.34
• primary working hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
• flsa status: exempt
• primary work location: oklahoma forensic center, vinita, ok / psychology department
• vacancies: multiple

• (forensic psychologist ii)
  • current licensure by the oklahoma state board of examiners of psychologists
  • two (2) years of experience as a licensed psychologist
• (psychologist)
  • master’s degree in psychology from an accredited college or university
  • specialty in counseling psychology
  • one (1) academic year of 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
  • current licensure by the oklahoma state board of examiners of psychologists

• must be able to pass an osbi background check
• must be willing and able to fulfill any job‑related travel, and possess a valid driver’s license

• generous state‑paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums
• wide choice of health insurance plans with no pre‑existing condition exclusions or limitations
• flexible spending accounts for health care or dependent care expenses
• employee assistance programs and health and fitness programs
• 11 paid holidays
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave in 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

upon a conditional offer of employment, applicants for safety‑sensitive positions shall be required to submit to urinalysis to test for drugs. Appointment to a safety‑sensitive position shall be contingent upon a negative drug test result.

this agency requires coverage 24 hours, 7 days per week. Work hours and location may vary depending on business necessity. Employees may be required to work weekends and overtime.

reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.

the state of oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer.