Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - SCI Pine Grove

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections at the State Correctional Institution – Pine Grove. The role supervises clinical staff, guides mental health programs, and influences decisions affecting inmate treatment and daily operations.

The position demands leadership in program development, policy implementation, and committee oversight, with responsibilities for evaluating assessment tools and reporting on mental health matters to facility leadership.

Qualifications

• One year as a Licensed Psychologist MH or Psychologist (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title) 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.
• Must hold a valid psychology license issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology or another state with licensure acceptable to the Board; if out-of-state, must obtain PA licensure within one year.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical supervision of psychological staff in evaluations, counseling, and treatment planning.
• Oversee development and improvement of counseling programs and policies within the institution.
• Direct review teams addressing intake decisions, mental health needs, and critical incidents.
• Set clinical standards and evaluate the reliability and validity of assessment tools.
• Review diagnostic tests and prepare mental health reports to guide treatment and classification decisions.
• Advise facility leadership on mental health concerns and participate in staff meetings.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Program development

Leadership

Education

Licensed Psychologist license

Job description

Make a meaningful impact as a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections with the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Pine Grove. This role allows you to support mental health services that influence rehabilitation and long-term success. You will guide clinical staff, oversee key programs, and contribute to important decisions that improve daily operations.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position manages essential psychological services and oversees clinical programs that support inmate treatment and adjustment. As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections, you will perform the following duties:

• Clinical Supervision: Lead psychological staff in evaluations, counseling, treatment planning, and crisis response
• Program Development: Oversee the creation and improvement of policies, procedures, and counseling programs within the institution
• Committee Leadership: Direct key review teams that address intake decisions, mental health needs, and critical incidents
• Competency Management: Set clinical standards for psychological staff and evaluate the reliability and validity of assessment tools
• Report Review: Evaluate diagnostic tests and prepare or review mental health reports that guide treatment and classification decisions
• Consultation Services: Advise facility leadership and specialized units on mental health concerns and participate in staff meetings to review inmate progress

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. If you possess out-of-state licensure, you 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.