Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - SCI Somerset

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania seeks a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections to direct psychological services at SCI Somerset, shaping treatment plans and guiding staff. You will oversee crisis intervention, program development, and staff performance while maintaining professional standards and accreditation compliance.

Responsibilities include leading staff, directing committees, and consulting on complex cases, with required licensure and experience in inmate mental health.

Qualifications

• One year as a Licensed Psychologist MH or Psychologist (Commonwealth or equivalent Federal title).
• One year of experience as a licensed professional psychologist in treating inmates or individuals with mental illness, intellectual disabilities or behavioral dysfunction.

Responsibilities

• Direct psychological services for inmate well-being and staff performance at SCI Somerset.
• Lead staff, supervise, and ensure consistent delivery of mental health services.
• Oversee programs, develop procedures, and support integration of new practices.
• Lead institutional committees focused on reception, crisis response, and mental health reviews.
• Establish staff competencies, review testing, and ensure accuracy of reports.
• Advise staff on treatment matters and guide case management decisions.
• Maintain accreditation standards and provide expert testimony when required.

Skills

Staff leadership

Clinical assessment

Crisis intervention

Consultation

Program development

Education

Licensed Psychologist (PA)

Job description

Are you ready to direct a strong and dedicated psychological services team as a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections with the Department of Corrections? In this role, you support important mental health programs that make the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Somerset a safe and stable environment. Your expertise will shape treatment plans and guide staff through complex responsibilities. Take on a role that encourages growth, confidence, and positive impact.

This position focuses on directing psychological services that support inmate well-being, program development, and staff performance at SCI Somerset. You oversee activities that strengthen treatment planning, crisis intervention, and professional standards. As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections, you will perform the following duties:

• Staff Leadership: Supervise psychological staff, provide guidance, and support consistent delivery of mental health services
• Program Oversight: Manage psychological services programs, develop procedures, and support integration of new practices
• Committee Direction: Lead major institutional committees that focus on reception, crisis response, and mental health review
• Clinical Standards: Establish staff competencies, review psychological testing, and ensure accuracy in diagnostic reports
• Consultation Support: Serve as a consultant for specialized units, advise staff on treatment matters, and guide case management decisions
• Accreditation Compliance: Maintain standards required for accreditation and provide expert testimony when needed

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-hour work 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

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).

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.