Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections- SCI Camp Hill

About the role

The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections to lead psychological services at SCI Camp Hill. This role provides strong leadership, clear focus, and meaningful purpose to clinical programming and treatment for inmates with diverse needs. You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, guide clinical programming, support staff performance, and drive positive change within the institution.

Responsibilities

• Manage psychological services at SCI Camp Hill, including development, evaluation, and coordination of treatment
• Oversee clinical services, support staff performance, and ensure appropriate psychological care
• Staff Supervision: Direct psychological staff, oversee evaluations, guide counseling activities, and support crisis intervention
• Program Development: Assist in creating and integrating policies, develop counseling programs, and participate in research efforts
• Committee Leadership: Lead key institutional committees overseeing reception, suicide review, psychiatric care, and critical incident support
• Clinical Standards: Establish competencies and privileges, review psychological measures, and prepare diagnostic and progress reports
• Consultation Services: Advise behavioral management and special needs programs, collaborate with treatment teams, and support staff discussions
• Legal Compliance: Provide expert testimony, ensure accreditation standards are met, and complete related administrative tasks

Qualifications

• Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
  • One year as a Licensed Psychologist (MH) or Psychologist (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title); 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: Valid license to practice psychology issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology or another state with licensure requirements acceptable to the Board. Out-of-state licensees must obtain Pennsylvania licensure within one year of employment.
• Other Requirements: Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
• Legal Requirements: Must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.