Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections — Lead Programs

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Smithfield Township (Bradford County); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Corrections seeks a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections, to oversee psychological services at SCI Smithfield. You will lead staff, shape programs, and guide policy to improve inmate mental health and staff support.

Responsibilities include supervising evaluations and testing, developing services, directing committees, and ensuring testing standards. This role requires strong clinical leadership and strategic oversight.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Staff Supervision: Lead and guide psychological staff in evaluations, counseling, testing, and crisis response
• Program Management: Develop and maintain psychological services programs and assist in policy creation
• Committee Leadership: Direct key institutional committees that oversee mental health and treatment reviews
• Clinical Oversight: Set clinical competencies, review assessments, and ensure reliable testing standards
• Consultation Work: Provide guidance to staff and specialized units on mental health treatment and case planning
• Facility Representation: Present professional findings in legal proceedings and ensure accreditation standards are met

Skills

Licensed Psychologist

Inmate treatment experience

Job description

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s Department of Corrections seeks a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections, to oversee psychological services at SCI Smithfield. You will lead staff, shape programs, and guide policy to improve inmate mental health and staff support.

Responsibilities include supervising evaluations and testing, developing services, directing committees, and ensuring testing standards. This role requires strong clinical leadership and strategic oversight.