Psychological Services Specialist, DHS – Selinsgrove Center Position Available In Snyder, Pennsylvania

Psychological Services Specialist, DHS – Selinsgrove Center 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars Snyder County, PA JOB Join our team and make a difference in the lives of those receiving treatment at the Selinsgrove Center! The Department of Human Services is seeking a dedicated and empathetic professional to join our amazing Psychology Department as a Psychological Services Specialist. Located near the borough of Selinsgrove, our center is just a few minutes away from town, Selinsgrove area schools, and Selinsgrove University. Come be a part of our team and take pride in the valuable psychological and counseling services you will provide to the individuals we serve.

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EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

This role as a Psychological Services Specialist requires a unique set of skills, including the ability to provide psychological and counseling services to individuals with intellectual disabilities and dually diagnosed, co-occurring mental health conditions. As a member of the interdisciplinary team, you will also be responsible for conducting functional behavioral assessments, analyzing psychological and behavioral issues, and making recommendations for psychological care. In addition, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that the strategies outlined in the mental health support actions are properly implemented by directly interacting with the individuals and monitoring the direct care staff. You will be involved in demonstrating and transferring these strategies to the staff and observing their use to ensure they are being utilized appropriately. Overall, this role requires a combination of clinical expertise, teamwork, and leadership to provide the best possible care for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

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 weekWork hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM (1st shift), Monday – Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

Alternate work scheduled as needed, some 2nd and 3rd shift work requiredOvertime and travel as operationally necessaryFREE parking!

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.

SUPPLEMENTAL 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.