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Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - SCI Dallas

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
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THE POSITION

Are you a licensed psychologist looking for an opportunity to play a crucial role in the rehabilitation and treatment of inmates? The Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Dallas is seeking a Licensed Psychologist Manager to oversee a team of psychologists who work closely with inmates to address their mental health concerns. This position requires a strong passion for correctional psychology and a dedication to improving the well-being of inmates. If you possess these qualities and have strong leadership skills, we encourage you to apply for this important and challenging role.

 

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

 

As a Licensed Psychologist Manager for the Department of Corrections, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the psychological services program for the institution. You will be coordinating the psychological services program in collaboration with other disciplines, developing and writing new policies and procedures for existing programs, and chairing the population Psychiatric Review Team. You will also be participating as a standing member of the Clinical Review Team for suicides and attempted suicides, consulting with psychiatry and medical staff, and performing psychological testing and evaluation of inmates.  
 


 

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.
  • 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.

 

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

  • One year as a Licensed Psychologist MH or Psychologist; or
     
  • One year of experience as a licensed professional psychologist in the treatment of inmates or individuals with mental illness, mental retardation or behavioral dysfunction. 

 

Special Requirement: 

You must possess a valid license to practice psychology as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology or 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 Requirement: 

  • You must pass a background investigation.

 

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. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. 

 

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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.