Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - SCI Mahanoy

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections to lead a dedicated team at SCI Mahanoy. You will supervise staff, guide treatment decisions, and ensure inmates receive high-quality mental health care within a secure facility.

The role emphasizes program leadership, policy development, clinical oversight, and compliance with accreditation and legal standards across the site.

Qualifications

• One year as Licensed Psychologist MH or Psychologist, Commonwealth or equivalent.
• One year of experience treating inmates or individuals with mental illness.

Responsibilities

• Oversee psychological staff and supervise evaluations, treatment, and referrals.
• Develop services, guide policy improvements, and support counseling programs.
• Lead review teams and committees addressing risk, crisis response, and clinical decisions.
• Review assessments and guide treatment planning; provide consultation to staff.
• Ensure services meet accreditation guidelines and relevant legal/mental health requirements.

Skills

Licensed Psychologist

Staff supervision

Leadership

Education

PA State Board of Psychology license

Job description

THE POSITION

Are you ready to lead psychological services that help people build healthier ways of thinking and coping? The Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections role at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mahanoy with the Department of Corrections gives you the chance to guide a dedicated team of professionals. You will support staff, strengthen important programs, and make sure individuals receive the care they need. This position is perfect for someone who wants to grow as a leader while making a positive difference each day.

THE POSITION

Are you ready to lead psychological services that help people build healthier ways of thinking and coping? The Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections role at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mahanoy with the Department of Corrections gives you the chance to guide a dedicated team of professionals. You will support staff, strengthen important programs, and make sure individuals receive the care they need. This position is perfect for someone who wants to grow as a leader while making a positive difference each day.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position manages the psychological services program at SCI Mahanoy and supports daily clinical work across the facility. It includes supervising staff, guiding treatment decisions, and coordinating important mental health procedures. As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections, you will perform the following duties:

• Staff Supervision: Oversee psychological staff, assign duties, and review the quality of evaluations, treatment, and referrals
• Program Leadership: Develop services, guide policy improvements, and support counseling programs that help with adjustment and daily functioning
• Committee Guidance: Lead review teams and committees that address risk, crisis response, and clinical decision making
• Clinical Oversight: Review assessments, guide treatment planning, and provide consultation to staff who work with inmates
• Professional Standards: Ensure services meet accreditation guidelines and support legal, behavioral, and mental health requirements

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.
• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

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 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:

• 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 Requirements:

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

Veterans:

• Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. 7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

• 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

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.