Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - SCI Pine Grove

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections for SCI Pine Grove to lead psychological services in a correctional environment. The role directs staff, oversees programs, and ensures compliance with clinical standards and accreditation requirements.

The position involves supervising evaluations, counseling, crisis intervention, and contributing to policy development. Strong leadership and clinical expertise are essential for improving inmate mental health

Qualifications

• One year as a Licensed Psychologist MH or Psychologist, or one year of experience as a licensed professional psychologist in the treatment of inmates or individuals with mental illness or behavioral dysfunction.

Responsibilities

• Staff supervision: direct subordinate psychological staff and oversee evaluations, counseling services, and crisis intervention.
• Program leadership: guide development of psychological services programs and help integrate new policies and procedures.
• Committee oversight: lead major clinical and review committees supporting 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 and mental health treatment approaches.
• Accreditation support: ensure compliance with standards and provide expert testimony and documentation for required evaluations.

Education

Licensed Psychologist license

Job description

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.

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 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.

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).

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.