Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - SCI Pine Grove

THE POSITION

Are you ready to lead psychological services that support safer and healthier outcomes within a correctional setting? The Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections position at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Pine Grove lets you guide important psychological services that help inmates adjust and grow within a structured environment. You will direct skilled staff and oversee programs that make a direct impact on daily living and long-term progress. This opportunity is ideal for someone who is ready to bring leadership, insight, and compassion to a vital correctional setting. Apply today to drive real, lasting change!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position manages and directs psychological services programs within SCI Pine Grove. As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections, you will perform the following duties:

• Staff Supervision: Direct subordinate psychological staff and oversee evaluations, counseling services, and crisis intervention
• Program Leadership: Guide the development of psychological services programs and help integrate new policies and procedures
• Committee Oversight: Lead major clinical and review committees that support inmate assessment and mental health planning
• Clinical Standards: Establish competencies, review test interpretations, and prepare diagnostic and progress reports
• Special Consultation: Advise staff on behavioral management, special needs programs, and mental health treatment approaches
• Accreditation Support: Ensure compliance with standards and provide expert testimony and documentation for required evaluations

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 Requirement:

• 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:

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

Legal Requirement:

• 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.