Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - SCI Somerset
Commonwealth of PennsylvaniaAbout the role
Posting number: CS-2026-51654-43100
Department: Department of Corrections
Division: CR SMR Trmt Svcs
Job classification: Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections
Posting type: SCSC E&T Vacancy
Categories: Corrections, Social Services, Rehabilitation Services
Summary
Are you passionate about advancing mental health care, supporting rehabilitation, and enhancing public safety? As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections with the Department of Corrections, you will play a key role in shaping mental health services for inmates at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Somerset. This position offers the chance to guide staff, participate in treatment decisions, and support high standards of care. You will help create an environment where safety, professionalism, and positive outcomes are core goals. Your leadership will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those served.Examples of duties
This position manages psychological services in a correctional setting and supports programs that guide inmate treatment and evaluation. The work includes supervising staff, overseeing clinical standards, and contributing to treatment decisions and program development. As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections, you will perform the following duties:
- Staff Leadership: Supervise psychological staff and oversee screenings, evaluations, and therapeutic services
- Program Management: Develop and guide psychological services programs and integrate new policies and procedures
- Committee Oversight: Lead key clinical committees and participate in reviews related to mental health and crisis management
- Clinical Evaluation: Review diagnostic tests and prepare or evaluate psychological reports and treatment documentation
- Consultation Support: Provide guidance to staff working with special needs units, behavioral management programs, and inmate care issues
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
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:
- 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:
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