Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - SCI Somerset

About the role

This position focuses on directing psychological services that support inmate well-being, program development, and staff performance at SCI Somerset. You oversee activities that strengthen treatment planning, crisis intervention, and professional standards.

Responsibilities

• Staff Leadership: Supervise psychological staff, provide guidance, and support consistent delivery of mental health services
• Program Oversight: Manage psychological services programs, develop procedures, and support integration of new practices
• Committee Direction: Lead major institutional committees that focus on reception, crisis response, and mental health review
• Clinical Standards: Establish staff competencies, review psychological testing, and ensure accuracy in diagnostic reports
• Consultation Support: Serve as a consultant for specialized units, advise staff on treatment matters, and guide case management decisions
• Accreditation Compliance: Maintain standards required for accreditation and provide expert testimony when needed

Qualifications

• 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)
• One year of experience as a licensed professional psychologist in the treatment of inmates or individuals with mental illness, intellectual disabilities or behavioral dysfunction
• 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