Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - SCI Somerset

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Somerset Township (PA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Corrections seeks a Licensed Psychologist Manager to lead SCI Somerset's psychology services, overseeing staff, treatment programs, and clinical standards. In this role, you supervise mental health professionals, develop policies and procedures, direct clinical committees, and guide treatment planning for inmates.

A PA or eligible out-of-state license is required, with residency considerations noted; telework is not available and a 37.5-hour week

Qualifications

• Valid psychology license issued by PA State Board or equivalent acceptable license.
• Minimum one year as Licensed Psychologist MH or Psychologist.
• One year of experience treating inmates or mental illness, as stated.

Responsibilities

• Supervise psychological staff and guide evaluations, counseling, and crisis response.
• Develop and manage policies, procedures, and treatment programs.
• Lead clinical committees reviewing mental health needs and decisions.
• Set competencies, review diagnostic work, and ensure accuracy of measures.
• Provide guidance on treatment planning and specialized mental health needs.

Skills

Staff oversight

Program leadership

Clinical standards

Consultation support

Committee direction

Education

Licensed Psychologist license

Experience treating inmates or mental illness

Basic training completion in Elizabethtown, PA

Job description

As a Licensed Psychologist Manager at State Correctional Institution (SCI) Somerset you will play a key role in guiding mental health services that support the well‑being of individuals in the correctional system. This position offers the chance to lead dedicated staff and build effective treatment programs. It is a meaningful opportunity to shape clinical practices and support positive outcomes.

If you have the required experience and are looking to join a dedicated Psychology Department, the Department of Corrections wants to hear from you!

This position oversees psychological services and leads clinical and administrative activities that support the mental health needs of individuals at SCI Somerset.

As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, you will perform the following duties:

• Staff Oversight: Supervise psychological staff and guide evaluations, counseling services, and crisis response
• Program Leadership: Develop and manage policies, procedures, and treatment programs within the psychological services unit
• Committee Direction: Lead clinical committees that review mental health needs and treatment decisions
• Clinical Standards: Set competencies, review diagnostic work, and ensure accuracy of psychological measures
• Consultation Support: Provide guidance to staff on treatment planning and specialized mental health needs

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 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 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 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.