Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - SCI Pine Grove

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Indiana (PA); Vor Ort; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Licensed Psychologist Manager to lead psychological services at SCI Pine Grove, guiding clinical programming, supervising staff, and coordinating treatment for inmates with diverse needs. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams that value decisive leadership and reliable coordination of care.

Responsibilities include supervision, program development, committee leadership, clinical standards, consultation, and ensuring compliance with legal and

Qualifikationen

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

Aufgaben

• Staff Supervision: Direct psychological staff, oversee evaluations, guide counseling activities, and support crisis intervention
• Program Development: Create and integrate policies, develop counseling programs, participate in research
• Committee Leadership: Lead committees overseeing reception, suicide review, psychiatric care, and critical incident support
• Clinical Standards: Establish competencies and privileges, review measures, prepare diagnostic and progress reports
• Consultation Services: Advise on behavioral management and special needs programs, collaborate with treatment teams
• Legal Compliance: Provide expert testimony, ensure accreditation standards, complete administrative tasks

Kenntnisse

Leadership

Staff supervision

Clinical coordination

Jobbeschreibung

The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a Licensed Psychologist Manager who is eager to bring strong leadership, clear focus, and meaningful purpose to psychological services. In this role, you will guide clinical programming, support a skilled team, and help coordinate treatment for inmates with a wide range of needs. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams that value confident decision making and dependable leadership. This position offers meaningful challenge, visible impact, and the chance to drive positive change at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) Pine Grove.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position manages psychological services at SCI Pine Grove and supports the development, evaluation, and coordination of treatment within the institution. The role oversees clinical services, supports staff performance, and ensures appropriate psychological care. As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections, you will perform the following duties:

• Staff Supervision: Direct psychological staff, oversee evaluations, guide counseling activities, and support crisis intervention
• Program Development: Assist in creating and integrating policies, develop counseling programs, and participate in research efforts
• Committee Leadership: Lead key institutional committees that oversee reception, suicide review, psychiatric care, and critical incident support
• Clinical Standards: Establish competencies and privileges, review psychological measures, and prepare diagnostic and progress reports
• Consultation Services: Advise behavioral management and special needs programs, collaborate with treatment teams, and support staff discussions
• Legal Compliance: Provide expert testimony, ensure accreditation standards are met, and complete related administrative tasks

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.
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• 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:

• This position requires 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.