Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections SCI Pine Grove

Commonwealth-of-Pennsylvania; White Township (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Corrections seeks a Licensed Psychologist Manager to lead psychological services at SCI Pine Grove, guiding clinical programming and staff performance while coordinating treatment for inmates with diverse needs.

Responsibilities include staff supervision, program development, committee leadership, and ensuring compliance with clinical standards. Telework isn’t available; typical hours are 37.5 per week, with a 8:00 AM–4:00 PM schedule.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice psychology in PA or eligibility for PA licensure within one year.
• At least one year of experience treating inmates or individuals with mental illness, intellectual disabilities, or behavioral dysfunction.

Responsibilities

• Supervise psychological staff, oversee evaluations, and guide counseling activities.
• Develop and coordinate policies, counseling programs, and participate in research efforts.
• Lead institutional committees related to reception, suicide review, psychiatric care, and incident support.
• Establish competencies, review measures, and prepare diagnostic and progress reports.
• Advise on behavioral management, collaborate with treatment teams, and support staff discussions.
• Provide expert testimony and ensure accreditation standards are met.

Skills

Licensed Psychologist

Clinical supervision

Program development

Education

Doctorate or Master’s in Psychology

Job description

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.

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

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.
• 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).

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.

• 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.