Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - SCI Somerset

THE POSITION

Are you passionate about advancing mental health care, supporting rehabilitation, and enhancing public safety? As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections with the Department of Corrections, you will play a key role in shaping mental health services for inmates at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Somerset. This position offers the chance to guide staff, participate in treatment decisions, and support high standards of care. You will help create an environment where safety, professionalism, and positive outcomes are core goals. Your leadership will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those served.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position manages psychological services in a correctional setting and supports programs that guide inmate treatment and evaluation. The work includes supervising staff, overseeing clinical standards, and contributing to treatment decisions and program development. As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections, you will perform the following duties:

• Staff Leadership: Supervise psychological staff and oversee screenings, evaluations, and therapeutic services
• Program Management: Develop and guide psychological services programs and integrate new policies and procedures
• Committee Oversight: Lead key clinical committees and participate in reviews related to mental health and crisis management
• Clinical Evaluation: Review diagnostic tests and prepare or evaluate psychological reports and treatment documentation
• Consultation Support: Provide guidance to staff working with special needs units, behavioral management programs, and inmate care issues

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Licensed Psychologist MH or Psychologist (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• One year of experience as a licensed professional psychologist in the treatment of inmates or individuals with mental illness, intellectual disabilities or behavioral dysfunction.

Special Requirements:

• You must be in possession of a valid license to practice psychology as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology or possession of a valid license to practice psychology as issued by another state with licensure requirements acceptable to the Board. Applicants with out-of-state licensure must obtain Pennsylvania licensure within one year of employment.

Other Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
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