Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - SCI Pine Grove

Posting number: CS-2026-55071-43100

Department: Department of Corrections

Division: CR PNG Trmt Svcs

Job classification: Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections

Posting type: SCSC E&T Vacancy

Categories: Corrections, Social Services, Rehabilitation Services

Summary

Join the Department of Corrections as a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections and help shape positive change within SCI Pine Grove. In this role, you will guide clinical staff, oversee treatment programs, and influence mental health strategies throughout the facility. Each day brings opportunities to lead, support, and improve the well-being of others. Bring your expertise and compassion to a mission-driven team committed to safety and rehabilitation.

Examples of duties

This position manages psychological services at SCI Pine Grove by supervising staff, coordinating treatment efforts and ensuring quality mental health care. You will play a key role in guiding clinical practices, reviewing evaluations and supporting essential behavioral health programs. As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections, you will perform the following duties:

• Staff Supervision: Guide psychological staff in evaluations, counseling, and crisis intervention
• Program Management: Develop and oversee psychological services programs and related procedures
• Committee Leadership: Lead clinical committees and review teams involved in inmate mental health
• Clinical Review: Evaluate diagnostic reports and update treatment or case management plans
• Consultation Duties: Provide guidance to staff on behavioral management and special needs unit operations

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.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. 
• This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
• 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:

• This position requires 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:

• You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Inform