Psychological Services Specialist, Corrections - SCI Mahanoy

THE POSITION

Are you ready to take the next step in your psychology career? Do you want to utilize your skills to help inmates reduce criminal behavior and adjust to incarceration? The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Mahanoy is seeking a dynamic Psychological Services Specialist, Corrections. Our collaborative team is dedicated to delivering essential therapeutic treatment to inmates. If you want to make a lasting impact with rehabilitating offenders by providing individualized treatment and education, then we encourage you to apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Psychological Services Specialist, Corrections, you will provide psychological services to address the mental health and general emotional adjustment needs of inmates. You will conduct individual counseling and therapy sessions; employ approved techniques to modify and manage inmate behavior; and provide group counseling to address socialization, prison adjustment, offense specific behaviors, treatment plan goals, and specific skills such as relaxation training, anger management skills, and sleep hygiene. This role requires effective communication skills to interview and test inmates, as well as the ability to interpret information, recommend appropriate treatment, or refer inmates to specialists. In addition, you will assist in research studies, provide guidance to student interns, and serve as a voting member of the Support Team and a Mental Health Liaison for inmates.

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, Tuesday - Saturday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework : You will not have the option to telework in this position.
• Salary : Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $67,736.00 (before taxes).
• Additional pay will be considered for those who currently possess or obtain licensure as a Social Worker, Clinical Social Worker, or Professional Counselor issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, Marriage and Family Therapist and Professional Counselors. Documentation will need to be provided at interview to receive additional pay consideration.
• 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

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

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.

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