A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
Psychological Services Specialist, DHS Selinsgrove Center (1st Shift) Commonwealth of
PA - 3.6
Selinsgrove, PA Job Details Full-time $69,086 - $104,959 a year 3 days ago Benefits Free parking Paid parental leave Internal mobility program Health insurance Dental insurance Military leave Paid time off Paid military leave Parental leave Vision insurance Flexible schedule Retirement plan Paid sick time Qualifications Master's degree Full Job Description
THE POSITION
Begin a meaningful career as a Psychological Services Specialist, DHS with the Selinsgrove Center. This role allows you to support individuals with diverse intellectual and mental health needs while applying your counseling and behavioral expertise. You will help shape supportive plans that make daily life safer and more successful for residents. Step into a position where compassion, teamwork, and professional growth come together!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
This position provides psychological and counseling services to individuals with intellectual disabilities and co-occurring mental health conditions at the Selinsgrove Center. As a Psychological Services Specialist, DHS, you will perform the following duties:
Team Collaboration:
Serve as the psychological services representative on the interdisciplinary team
Behavior Assessment:
Complete functional behavior assessments and review behavioral and psychological concerns
Support Planning:
Develop recommendations and monitor progress on mental health support actions
Staff Training:
Provide training and demonstrate behavioral strategies to direct care staff
Skill Transfer:
Observe staff performance and guide proper use of support strategies
Counseling Services:
Deliver individual and group counseling to support resident well-being
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.
Telework:
You will not have the option to telework in this position.
Salary:
In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. FREE parking! 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 3 months of graduating with a qualifying 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. See the total value of your benefits package by exploring our benefits calculator. Health & Wellness We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs. Compensation & Financial Planning We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options. Work/Life Balance We know there's more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities. Values and Culture We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving. Employee Perks Sometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships. For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit www.employment.pa.gov and click on the benefits box. Eligibility rules apply.
