Psychological Services Specialist, DOC - SCI Camp Hill
About The Position
This position focuses on supporting inmates through counseling, evaluation, and coordinated treatment planning. As a Psychological Services Specialist, DOC, you will perform the following duties: Counseling Delivery: Provide therapy and group sessions that guide inmates toward managing behaviors and building positive skills. Assessment Work: Conduct interviews, administer tests, and interpret results to determine appropriate treatment steps. Service Coordination: Collaborate with institutional staff and outside agencies to support inmate treatment needs. Program Support: Assist with research efforts and prepare psychological reports that contribute to effective programming. Intern Guidance: Offer direction to student interns learning testing and evaluation procedures. Crisis Response: Provide immediate intervention for inmates in urgent mental health situations.
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 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree/credits.
- Meet the PA residency requirement.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- 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.
Responsibilities
- Provide therapy and group sessions that guide inmates toward managing behaviors and building positive skills
- Conduct interviews, administer tests, and interpret results to determine appropriate treatment steps
- Collaborate with institutional staff and outside agencies to support inmate treatment needs
- Assist with research efforts and prepare psychological reports that contribute to effective programming
- Offer direction to student interns learning testing and evaluation procedures
- Provide immediate intervention for inmates in urgent mental health situations
Benefits
- Eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
