Psychological Services Supervisor, DOC - SCI Fayette

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Department of Corrections seeks a Psychological Services Supervisor at SCI Fayette to lead mental health operations, guiding a team to deliver consistent, quality care for inmates.

You will oversee psychological services, coordinate evaluations, supervise staff, manage records, and ensure adherence to CJIS and residency requirements while coordinating with facility leadership.

Qualifications

• One year as a Psychological Services Specialist or two years of professional psychology experience with a master's degree including fifteen graduate credits in psychology or counseling.

Responsibilities

• Direct and monitor delivery of psychological services to ensure high-quality care.
• Provide clear direction and feedback to Psychological Services Specialists.
• Coordinate, track, and assign required psychological evaluations and assessments.
• Maintain records of treatment groups and ensure services match patient needs.
• Manage leave approvals, conduct performance evaluations, and disciplinary actions when necessary.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Team coordination

Communication

Education

Master's degree in psychology or related field with 15 grad credits in psychology/counseling

Job description

The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a Psychological Services Supervisor at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Fayette who is ready to lead with confidence and purpose. This position empowers you to guide essential mental health operations that directly support the well‑being of inmates. You will collaborate with a dedicated team that brings focus, compassion, and consistency to every part of the institution’s mental health services. Step forward and use your expertise to strengthen your fellow staff while helping maintain steady, reliable care for inmates who depend on your leadership. This position oversees the delivery of psychological services and guides staff in providing quality mental health care within the facility. As a Psychological Services Supervisor, DOC, you will perform the following duties:

• Service Oversight: Direct and monitor the delivery of psychological services to ensure consistent, high-quality care across the institution
• Staff Guidance: Offer clear direction and constructive feedback to Psychological Services Specialists, addressing clinical or performance needs with professionalism
• Evaluation Management: Coordinate, track, and assign required psychological evaluations and assessments in collaboration with facility leadership
• Program Coordination: Maintain records of treatment groups and ensure staff provide mental health services that match patient needs
• Administrative Duties: Manage leave approvals, conduct performance evaluations, and take appropriate disciplinary action when necessary

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

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• One year as a Psychological Services Specialist, DOC (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• Two years of professional experience in the field of psychology and a master's degree in psychology or a closely related field that includes fifteen graduate level credits in psychology or counseling.

Other Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines.
• 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.