Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - SCI Smithfield

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Huntingdon County, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Smithfield is seeking a highly motivated Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections who is ready to lead and inspire. In this role, you will direct essential psychological services that affect daily lives. Your leadership will help strengthen treatment programs and support a collaborative work environment. This position oversees and directs psychological services at SCI Smithfield, ensuring effective treatment programs and professional guidance for staff.

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)
• 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

• Supervise and guide psychological staff in evaluations, counseling, and crisis intervention
• Manage and assist in creating policies, treatment programs, and research projects
• Lead review teams focused on mental health, reception, suicide prevention, and incident stress management
• Set clinical competencies, define privileges, and maintain reliability and validity of psychological measures
• Examine test interpretations and prepare comprehensive diagnostic and progress reports
• Provide guidance to specialized units and meet with staff to discuss inmate adjustment and treatment plans

What This Job Offers

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