Psychological Services Specialist, DHS - Clarks Summit State Hospital

Psychological Services Specialist, DHS

• Clarks Summit State Hospital Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $67,736.00
• $102,905.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Clarks Summit 1451 Hillside Drive (Show on map) May 11, 2026 Salary $67,736.00
• $102,905.

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

CS-2026-49321-43021

Department Department of Human Services Division HS Clarks Summit St Hosp Opening Date 05/11/2026 Closing Date 5/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 43021 Position Number 50702636 Union SEIU Local 668 Bargaining Unit F4 Pay Group ST08 Bureau / Division Code 00210777 Bureau / Division Clarks Summit State Hospital Worksite Address 1451 Hillside Drive City Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania Zip Code 18411 Contact Name HHS Intake Contact Email ra-oahhsintakesec@pa.gov

THE POSITION

Step into a meaningful career as a Psychological Services Specialist with the Department of Human Services! This role aids individuals in their journey toward improved emotional and psychological well being. You will work with a team that shares your drive to help others succeed. Apply today and support treatment plans that promote healthier outcomes every day!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position plays a key role in delivering psychological services that guide patient treatment, as well as supporting teamwork across the hospital. As a Psychological Services Specialist, you will perform the following duties:

Team Participation:

Attend treatment team meetings and contribute recommendations during discussions

Assessment Work:

Complete initial and annual evaluations for assigned patients in line with hospital requirements

Therapeutic Support:

Provide group and individual therapy sessions to strengthen emotional and behavioral health

Collaboration Efforts:

Work with medical, psychiatric, and interdisciplinary staff to develop treatment and behavior plans

Documentation Duties:

Maintain required patient records in an electronic record system Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

Full-time employment Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday

• Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.

This may change based on operational needs. Possible evenings, weekends, and holidays on-call Overtime and travel as needed Free 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.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

A master's degree in a behavioral science, counseling education, rehabilitation, human development or a closely related field. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with aqualifying degree.

Other Requirements:

You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency Guidelines. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements:

A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance. 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). 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. 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.