Psychological Services Associate 2 (Local Government)

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare coverage

Pension plan

Hybrid work options

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania is seeking a Psychological Services Associate 2 to deliver therapy across outpatient, school, and group settings in our community mental health programs. Establish a written goal-specific treatment plan and serve as a resource.

This role may include school-based counseling and group therapy, with hybrid work options after probation. Responsibilities include individual, family, couples and group counseling, treatment planning, diagnostic evaluations, and crisis

Qualifications

• Master's degree in psychology or a closely related field.
• One year of experience in psychological services work.
• Ability to pass background investigations and clearances.

Responsibilities

• Therapy Services: Provide individual, family, couples and group counseling across multiple settings.
• Treatment Planning: Create strengths-based plans and document progress in the electronic medical record.
• Diagnostic Work: Complete evaluations to enroll clients and identify service needs.
• School-Based Therapy: Deliver counseling in schools and provide assessments for referred students.
• Crisis Collaboration: Coordinate with crisis staff to assist with urgent mental health concerns.
• Group Facilitation: Lead structured group sessions focused on self-care and skill development.

Skills

Counseling

Group therapy

Crisis intervention

Assessment skills

Education

Master's degree in psychology

One year of experience in psychological services

Tools

Electronic medical record

Job description

THE POSITION

NOTE: THIS IS A REPOSTING OF (CS-2026-54714-L0772). IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM JULY 22, 2026 TO AUGUST 04, 2026, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

Thank you for checking out our position! Our vision is for every person and family that we serve to have a network of family, friends, advocates, and supportive services to live a full and productive life in our community. Learn more about us at www.dbhs.co.

This opportunity is for a Therapist to provide counseling services in an Outpatient Program to individuals of all ages. Establish a written goal-specific treatment plan and serve as a resource. Collaborate and consult with colleagues, community individuals, or agencies to assist in providing the highest quality of services. This position may also provide outpatient group therapy and School Based Counseling services. School Therapists work on site in schools to assess student needs, provide consultation and education to school personnel, and make referrals.

Full-time positions include excellent benefits! Healthcare coverage, pension plan, student loan reimbursement program, flexible spending account, and paid holidays. We encourage work/life balance with a hybrid of remote & on-site work schedules for some positions. Family friendly agency with paid time off, paid sick time, employee assistance program, and family medical leave.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position delivers a wide range of therapy services in outpatient, school and group environments to support the mental health needs of the community. As a Psychological Services Associate 2, you will perform the following duties:

• Therapy Services: Provide individual, family, couples and group counseling across multiple settings
• Treatment Planning: Create strengths-based plans and document progress in the electronic medical record
• Diagnostic Work: Complete evaluations to enroll clients and identify service needs
• School-Based Therapy: Deliver counseling in schools and provide assessments for referred students
• Crisis Collaboration: Coordinate with crisis staff to assist with urgent mental health concerns
• Group Facilitation: Lead structured group sessions focused on self-care and skill development

Work Schedule and Additional Information

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Hours must be adjusted as needed based upon consumer need and requests for evening appointments. On occasion, staff may need to work hours outside of the set work week to complete projects, meet work demands or in the event of an emergency.
• This position reports to the DBHS Office for work. Upon hire, new staff begin training and are on probation for 6 months. New staff may be eligible for a hybrid of on-site and remote work after 3-months of employment.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements

• One year of experience as a Psychological Services Associate 1 or one year of professional experience in psychological services work; and a master’s degree in psychology or a closely related field.

Other Requirements

• 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.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.
• This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.

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.