Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - SCI Smithfield

Salary $89,996.00 - $136,842.00 Annually Location Huntingdon County, PA Job Type Civil Service Permanent Full-Time Job Number CS-2026-61632-43100 Department Department of Corrections Division CR SMI Trmt Svcs Opening Date 10/28/2026 Closing Date 11/11/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Job Code 43100 Position Number 00084985 Union Non-Union Bargaining Unit F3 Pay Group ST10 Bureau / Division Code 00116450 Bureau / Division State Correctional Institution at Smithfield / Treatment Services Worksite Address 1120 Pike Street City Huntingdon, Pennsylvania Zip Code 16652 Contact Name Yen Le Contact Phone 717.705.5614 Contact Email [email protected] THE POSITION Are you ready to lead transformative mental health care where your clinical leadership truly matters? The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a skilled Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections, to oversee psychological services at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Smithfield. In this role, you will shape policies, support staff development, and guide treatment approaches that improve inmate well-being. Your work will help create a safer and more supportive environment for staff and inmates. Step into a role defined by strong leadership, purposeful work, and lasting impact! DESCRIPTION OF WORK This position oversees psychological services programs that support inmate mental health, treatment planning, evaluation, and program development. As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections, you will perform the following duties: 1. Staff Supervision: Lead and guide psychological staff in evaluations, counseling, testing, and crisis response 2. Program Management: Develop and maintain psychological services programs and assist in policy creation 3. Committee Leadership: Direct key institutional committees that oversee mental health and treatment reviews 4. Clinical Oversight: Set clinical competencies, review assessments, and ensure reliable testing standards 5. Consultation Work: Provide guidance to staff and specialized units on mental health treatment and case planning 6. Expert Testimony: Present professional findings in legal proceedings and ensure accreditation standards are met Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description . Work Schedule and Additional Information: 1. Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week 2. Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. 3. Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. 4. **Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. 5. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONS Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: 1. One year as a Licensed Psychologist MH or Psychologist; or 2. One year of experience as a licensed professional psychologist in the treatment of inmates or individuals with mental illness, intellectual disabilities or behavioral dysfunction. Special Requirement: 1. You must be in possession of a valid license to practice psychology as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology or possession of a valid license to practice psychology as issued by another state with licensure requirements acceptable to the Board. If you possess out-of-state licensure, you must obtain Pennsylvania licensure within one year of employment. Other Requirements: 1. PA residency requirementis currently waived for this title. 2. Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required. 3. You must be able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirement: 1. You must p ss a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements. How to Apply: 1. 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). 2. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. 3. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position. 4. All application materials and interview responses must reflect the ... For full info follow application link. The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.