Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections Position Available In Somerset, Pennsylvania

Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections
Job Details  This listing closes on 7/11/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada). Employer Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Salary $88,235.00 – $134,162.00 Annually Location Somerset County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2025-28399-43100

Department Department of Corrections Division CR SMR Trmt Svcs Opening Date 06/27/2025 Closing Date 7/11/2025 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time (US & Canada) Job Code
43100
Position Number
00209677
Union
Non-Union
Bargaining Unit
F3
Pay Group
ST10
Bureau / Division Code
00116650
Bureau / Division
Department of Corrections, SCI Somerset
Worksite Address
1590 Walters Mill Road
City
Somerset, Pennsylvania
Zip Code
15510
Contact Name
Corleen Schmucker
Contact Phone
717.562.5736
Contact Email
cschmucker@pa.gov
Description
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THE POSITION

Are you a highly motivated and skilled licensed psychologist with a strong desire to improve the mental health and rehabilitation within the correctional institution? If so, the Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution at Somerset offers an ideal chance to make a meaningful difference and foster a rehabilitative atmosphere. Seize the opportunity to apply for the position of License Psychologist Manager, Corrections, and become a key player in facilitating the successful reintegration of our population into society.

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Licensed Psychologist Manager for the Department of Corrections, you will be responsible for the planning, organizing, and directing of the psychological services program for the institution. You will be coordinating the psychological services program in the institution 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.

Telework:

 You will not have the option to telework in this position.

Salary:

 In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55
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 (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, mental retardation 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.
You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
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 : 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).
If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
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.

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.

EXAMINATION INFORMATION

Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
You must provide complete and accurate information or:
your score may be lower than deserved.
you may be disqualified.
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email. Employer
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania http://www.employment.pa.gov
Address
613 North Street Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, 17120