Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - SCI Smithfield

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Huntingdon County, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections with the Department of Corrections, you will guide a team dedicated to providing essential psychological services at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Smithfield. This position allows you to oversee clinical programs, support staff development, and maintain a safe and professional therapeutic setting. Your leadership will help ensure consistent, high-quality care that supports both inmates and the institution. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to lead meaningful mental health initiatives. This position is responsible for managing psychological services programs and overseeing clinical operations within the facility. The work supports consistent treatment, strong program leadership, and the delivery of essential mental health services.

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.
• 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.
• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• Must be able to perform essential job functions.
• Must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Direct and support psychological staff in evaluations, treatment planning, and therapeutic services
• Develop and guide psychological services programs and integrate new policies and procedures
• Lead key institutional committees focused on reception, suicide review, psychiatric services, and critical incident management
• Establish competencies and privileges for clinical staff and ensure proper use of psychological measures
• Evaluate psychological test interpretations and prepare or review diagnostic and progress reports
• Collaborate with staff on behavioral management, special needs programming, and individual treatment planning

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed