Victoria Otto Dyben, Psy.D
About Victoria Otto Dyben, Psy.D
Victoria Otto Dyben, Psy.D, serves as the Program Manager for Work Ready Oklahoma in Tulsa, Oklahoma, where she focuses on helping individuals achieve self-sufficiency through employment. With a diverse background in psychology, tax consulting, and organizational management, she employs a leadership style that fosters transparency and encourages team productivity.
Work at Goodwill Industries International
Victoria Otto Dyben serves as the Work Ready Oklahoma Tulsa Program Manager at Goodwill Industries International. She has held this position since 2024, contributing to the organization's mission of empowering individuals through employment. In her role, she focuses on building an office to serve participants in Tulsa and the surrounding areas, helping them achieve self-sufficiency through quality employment. Dyben played a key role in securing a contract from Oklahoma Human Services to establish a Work Ready Oklahoma Employment Hope Center, which aims to provide resources and support for job seekers.
Education and Expertise
Victoria Otto Dyben has an extensive educational background in psychology and organizational management. She earned a Bachelor of Science in Psychology, cum laude, from Portland State University, studying from 2002 to 2004. She furthered her education at Pepperdine University, obtaining a Master of Arts in Education and Psychology, Clinical Psychology, and Marriage and Family Therapy from 2005 to 2008. Dyben completed her Doctorate in Psychology (Psy.D) in Organizational Management and Consulting at Phillips Graduate University between 2009 and 2012.
Background
Prior to her current role, Victoria Otto Dyben gained diverse experience in various positions. She worked as an Associate Team Leader at H&R Block from 2020 to 2021 and has been an Enrolled Agent at H&R Block since 2022. Dyben also held roles as a Tax Consultant at Sequoia Tax Relief and Omni Tax Solutions in 2021 and 2022, respectively. Additionally, she served as the Evidenced Based Practice Manager at Penny Lane Centers from 2011 to 2016, where she focused on implementing effective practices.
Achievements
Victoria Otto Dyben has demonstrated a commitment to enhancing employment opportunities in her community. Her leadership philosophy emphasizes personality, warmth, and transparency, fostering an environment where team members can meet organizational goals. She sets clear expectations for herself and her team to improve efficiency and productivity. Dyben possesses strong critical thinking, writing, and verbal communication skills, which she utilizes as an Enrolled Agent and Tax Preparer. Her motivation to educate clients on tax codes and strategies highlights her dedication to providing tailored solutions.