Psychological Services Specialist, DOC

• SCI Pine Grove Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania $69,086.00
• $104,959.00 Annually dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, vacation time, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan United States, Pennsylvania, Indiana 189 Fyock Road (Show on map) Jul 09, 2026 Salary $69,086.00
• $104,959.

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

CS-2026-53681-42990

Department Department of Corrections Division CR PNG Trmt Svcs Opening Date 07/09/2026 Closing Date 7/23/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 42990 Position Number 00224768 Union SEIU Local 668 Bargaining Unit F4 Pay Group ST08 Bureau / Division Code 00115650 Bureau / Division Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution at Pine Grove Worksite Address 189 Fyock Road City Indiana, Pennsylvania Zip Code 15701 Contact Name Wendy Mangan Contact Phone 717.307.3225 Contact Email wemangan@pa.gov

THE POSITION

The Department of Corrections, State Correctional Institution at Pine Grove is seeking a highly motivated Psychological Services Specialist to join our Psychology Department. With us, you will have the chance to make a meaningful difference every day by guiding individuals through various mental health challenges. If you have the required experience and are looking to start an exciting public service career, the Department of Corrections wants to hear from you!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position supports the mental health needs of inmates by providing counseling, evaluations, and guidance within SCI Pine Grove. As a Psychological Services Specialist, you will perform the following duties:

Group Services:

Provide group therapy to address inmate adjustment challenges, emotional needs, and skill development

Individual Services:

Provide individual counseling to support inmates who present significant emotional disorders and agree to treatment

Inmate Evaluations:

Conduct interviews; administer, score, and interpret psychological tests; prepare initial reports; and refer or recommend referral of inmates to higher-level specialist support or testing if needed

Reports and Planning:

Prepare initial reports of inmate test results, capabilities, and academic achievement; prepare behavior modification plans and case formulations recommending therapy or counseling interventions

Service Coordination:

Work with internal departments, outside agencies, and other state facilities to coordinate direct mental health services during and at release from incarceration

Departmental Teamwork:

Assist with research studies, guide student interns, help provide crisis intervention, and serve as a member of various institutional committees 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:

Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $69,086.00 (before taxes). Additional pay will be considered for those who currently possess or obtain licensure as a Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker, or Professional Counselor issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapist and Professional Counselors. Documentation will need to be provided at interview to receive additional pay consideration. 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 psychology or a closely related field that includes fifteen graduate level credits in psychology or counseling. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

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 Guidelines. 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). 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.