Psychological Services Specialist, DHS - Torrance State Hospital

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Westmoreland County, PA

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Imagine building stronger futures through skilled psychological support in a specialized treatment setting. Step into the role of Psychological Services Specialist, DHS at Torrance State Hospital and guide residents through meaningful clinical progress. This position places you in a structured program where your expertise helps shape safer outcomes and supports long-term growth. You collaborate with dedicated clinical staff to deliver assessments and treatment activities that support steady improvement. Your work strengthens the care and advancement of individuals in the program. Take the next step and be part of this important mission! DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position centers on delivering assessments, treatment, and clinical guidance within the Sexual Responsibility and Treatment Program. You help residents progress by providing therapy, documenting improvement, and administering specialized evaluations. As a Psychological Services Specialist, DHS, you will perform the following duties: Assessment Activities: Complete sex offense-specific assessments related to arousal, treatment progress, and risk of reoffending Therapeutic Services: Deliver cognitive-behavioral treatment and psychoeducation to individuals and groups Progress Documentation: Document weekly service delivery and resident improvement according to established requirements Primary Therapy: Provide individualized interventions and coordinate treatment plans, referrals, and ongoing clinical needs Staff Training: Offer consultation and guidance to facility staff on methods for working with the sexual offender population Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .

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.
• You must meet the PA residency requirement.
• You must be able to perform essential job functions.
• A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and drug screening.
• Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Complete sex offense-specific assessments related to arousal, treatment progress, and risk of reoffending
• Deliver cognitive-behavioral treatment and psychoeducation to individuals and groups
• Document weekly service delivery and resident improvement according to established requirements
• Provide individualized interventions and coordinate treatment plans, referrals, and ongoing clinical needs
• Offer consultation and guidance to facility staff on methods for working with the sexual offender population

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level