Psychological Services Specialist, DHS - Clarks Summit State Hospital
About The Position
This position plays a key role in delivering psychological services that guide patient treatment, as well as supporting teamwork across the hospital. As a Psychological Services Specialist, you will perform the following duties: Team Participation: Attend treatment team meetings and contribute recommendations during discussions. Assessment Work: Complete initial and annual evaluations for assigned patients in line with hospital requirements. Therapeutic Support: Provide group and individual therapy sessions to strengthen emotional and behavioral health. Collaboration Efforts: Work with medical, psychiatric, and interdisciplinary staff to develop treatment and behavior plans. Documentation Duties: Maintain required patient records in an electronic record system.
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 three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
- Meet the PA residency requirement.
- Be able to perform essential job functions.
- Satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date.
- All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work.
Responsibilities
- Attend treatment team meetings and contribute recommendations during discussions
- Complete initial and annual evaluations for assigned patients in line with hospital requirements
- Provide group and individual therapy sessions to strengthen emotional and behavioral health
- Work with medical, psychiatric, and interdisciplinary staff to develop treatment and behavior plans
- Maintain required patient records in an electronic record system
Benefits
- Free parking!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
