Licensed Psychologist Manager

THE POSITION

Are you interested in a rewarding and challenging career overseeing mental health delivery at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Smithfield? The Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections position offers the opportunity to lead essential services within one of the largest mental health treatment providers in the state. You will guide a diverse population in need of psychological support while supervising masters-level staff, and shaping effective treatment programs. Step into a leadership role where your expertise strengthens policies, improves services, and drives positive change!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

This position manages psychological services and supports staff who provide evaluations, counseling, and crisis intervention. The role ensures that mental health programs remain effective, consistent, and aligned with institutional needs. As a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections, you will perform the following duties:

• Staff Supervision: Manage and guide psychological staff in screening, evaluations, diagnostic testing, counseling, and crisis intervention
• Program Leadership: Develop and integrate policies, oversee counseling programs, and participate in research initiatives
• Committee Oversight: Lead major clinical committees and review teams supporting inmate mental health and critical incident response
• Clinical Standards: Establish clinical competencies, define testing reliability, and update stability ratings in medical profiles
• Case Review: Evaluate diagnostic interpretations, review psychological reports, and monitor inmate treatment progress

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary:In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• 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:

• One year as a Licensed Psychologist MH or Psychologist (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
• 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:

• 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. Applicants with out-of-state licensure must obtain Pennsylvania licensure within one year of employment.

Other Requirements:

• Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.

Health & Wellness

We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.

Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.

Work/Life Balance
We know there’s more to life than just work! Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S. holidays, as well as flexible work schedules and work-from-home opportunities.

Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good. As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.

Employee Perks
Sometimes, it is the little “extras” that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.

Work Location: In person

Benefits:

Salary : $89,996 - $136,842