Psychological Services Specialist, DHS - Wernersville State Hospital
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania•Berks County, PA
•Onsite
About The Position
Begin a rewarding journey as a Psychological Services Specialist at the Department of Human Services. Your work will help individuals overcome challenges and build stronger, healthier lives. You will be part of a supportive team that works together to provide high quality care. This is your chance to grow professionally while changing lives for the better.
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 a drug screening.
- This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act.
- 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 psychological evaluations and interpret test results to guide treatment planning
- Provide individual and group psychotherapy using methods suited to each consumer
- Work with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care and revise treatment plans
- Develop crisis and behavioral plans using approved hospital procedures
- Create and lead therapy programs such as DBT and trauma informed initiatives
Benefits
- excellent benefits
- pay increases
- paid leave and holidays
- opportunities for career advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
