Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - SCI Greene

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections to oversee psychological services for inmates at SCI Greene and to lead transformative mental health initiatives in a corrections setting.

The role emphasizes staff supervision, program leadership, and policy development to ensure high-quality evaluation, treatment, and documentation across multiple mental health areas.

Qualifications

• One year as a Licensed Psychologist MH or Psychologist (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title).
• 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 of psychological staff in screenings, evaluations, counseling and crisis interventions.
• Develop and implement policies, procedures, and counseling programs addressing inmate adjustment and daily living needs.
• Lead clinical and review committees evaluating inmate needs, treatment planning and mental health responses.
• Set competencies and standards for psychological measures and ensure accurate documentation.
• Prepare diagnostic and evaluation reports to support inmate case management.
• Provide expert guidance on behavioral management, special needs programming and staff training initiatives.

Skills

Staff supervision

Clinical evaluation

Program leadership

Documentation

Education

Licensed Psychologist license

Job description

THE POSITION

Are you ready to lead transformative mental health initiatives and drive real change where it is needed most? As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections with the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Greene, you will play a key role in overseeing meaningful mental health initiatives. This position lets you build and strengthen programs that help inmates manage challenges and work toward personal improvement. Your leadership will support a team committed to providing high-quality psychological care. Take the next step in your professional journey by applying today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position manages and directs psychological services programs that support inmates at SCI Greene. The role ensures effective evaluation, treatment, and program development across multiple mental health areas. As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections, you will perform the following duties:

• Staff Supervision: Oversee and guide psychological staff in screenings, evaluations, counseling, and crisis interventions
• Program Leadership: Develop and implement policies, procedures, and counseling programs that address inmate adjustment and daily living needs
• Committee Oversight: Lead clinical and review committees that evaluate inmate needs, treatment planning, and mental health responses
• Clinical Standards: Set competencies and standards for psychological measures and ensure accuracy, reliability, and proper documentation
• Report Review: Examine and prepare diagnostic and evaluation reports that support inmate case management
• Expert Consultation: Provide specialized guidance on behavioral management, special needs programming, and staff training initiatives

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 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• 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

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.

If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

• Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
• Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
• Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
• You must provide complete and accurate information or:
  • your score may be lower than deserved.
  • you may be disqualified.
• You may only apply/test once for this posting.
• Your results will be provided via email.