Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - SCI Somerset

Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections

• SCI Somerset Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $88,235.00
• $134,162.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Somerset 1590 Walters Mill Road (Show on map) May 07, 2026 Salary $88,235.00
• $134,162.

00 Annually Location Somerset County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number

CS-2026-49076-43100

Department Department of Corrections Division CR SMR Trmt Svcs Opening Date 05/07/2026 Closing Date 6/5/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 43100 Position Number 00209677 Union Non Union Bargaining Unit F3 Pay Group ST10 Bureau / Division Code 00116650 Bureau / Division SCI Somerset / Treatment Services 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

THE POSITION

As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections with the Department of Corrections, you will guide important treatment services at SCI Somerset. You will support a team of psychological staff while helping to shape programs that address the needs of inmates. This position allows you to use your clinical expertise to strengthen mental health care in a unique and rewarding environment. If you want to lead meaningful work that supports rehabilitation and positive change, this role may be the right fit. We encourage you to apply!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position manages psychological services and leads clinical programs that support treatment needs within SCI Somerset. As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections, you will perform the following duties:

Staff Supervision:

Oversee and participate with psychological staff screening inmates, reviewing referrals for evaluations, and formulating treatment objectives

Program Leadership:

Develop and implement psychological services programs and integrate new procedures

Committee Oversight:

Lead key mental health and review committees within the institution

Clinical Evaluation:

Review and interpret psychological tests and prepare diagnostic reports

Specialized Consultation:

Provide guidance on mental health treatment issues, program development, and case management plans

Legal and Compliance:

Testify as needed and ensure accreditation standards for psychological services are met 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.

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, 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:

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. 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. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant's own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

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.