Psychological Services Specialist, DOC - SCI Somerset
About The Position
The Psychological Services Specialist, DOC provides mental health services at the State Correctional Institution at Somerset to support inmates’ emotional adjustment and psychological needs. The role delivers counseling, conducts evaluations, coordinates services, and collaborates with institutional staff and external providers to promote effective treatment and support. The position is full-time, 37.5 hours per week, with a work schedule of 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday, and a 30-minute lunch. The position is onsite and does not offer telework. Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania, is required. New Commonwealth employees begin at an annual salary of $69,086 before taxes. Additional pay may be considered for candidates who hold or obtain qualifying Pennsylvania licensure as a Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker, or Professional Counselor.
Requirements
- A master’s degree in psychology or a closely related field that includes 15 graduate-level credits in psychology or counseling. Applicants within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree may be considered as meeting the education requirement.
- Successfully complete basic training in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania.
- Meet the Pennsylvania residency requirement.
- Be able to perform the essential job functions.
- Pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.
- Provide a copy of college transcripts if claiming education toward meeting the minimum requirements; unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
Responsibilities
- Provide individual and group counseling focused on behavior management, adjustment, treatment goals, and skill development.
- Conduct interviews, administer and interpret testing instruments, and prepare reports and recommendations based on findings.
- Develop behavior modification plans, recommend therapeutic interventions, and coordinate referrals when specialized services are needed.
- Collaborate with institutional departments, community agencies, and mental health facilities to support service delivery.
- Provide crisis intervention as needed and assist assessment housing unit staff.
- Participate on institutional committees, assist with research activities, and provide guidance to student interns.
Benefits
- Eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
- Additional pay may be considered for qualifying Pennsylvania licensure as a Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker, or Professional Counselor.
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