Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections- SCI Camp Hill

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Cumberland County, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections who is ready to bring strong leadership, clear focus, and meaningful purpose to psychological services. In this role, you guide clinical programming, support a skilled team, and help coordinate treatment for inmates with a wide range of needs. You collaborate with multidisciplinary teams that value confident decision making and dependable leadership. This position offers meaningful challenge, visible impact, and the opportunity to drive positive change at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) Camp Hill. This position manages psychological services at SCI Camp Hill and supports the development, evaluation, and coordination of treatment within the institution. The role oversees clinical services, supports staff performance, and ensures appropriate psychological care.

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 psychological staff, oversee evaluations, guide counseling activities, and support crisis intervention
• Assist in creating and integrating policies, develop counseling programs, and participate in research efforts
• Lead key institutional committees that oversee reception, suicide review, psychiatric care, and critical incident support
• Establish competencies and privileges, review psychological measures, and prepare diagnostic and progress reports
• Advise behavioral management and special needs programs, collaborate with treatment teams, and support staff discussions
• Provide expert testimony, ensure accreditation standards are met, and complete related administrative tasks

What This Job Offers

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