Licensed Psychologist - SCI Phoenix

Job description

THE POSITION
If you are passionate about promoting mental health and rehabilitation, the Department of Corrections (DOC) may have the perfect position for you. We are currently seeking a highly motivated Licensed Psychologist to join our team at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Phoenix. By joining us, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact and transform the lives of individuals who are incarcerated. Working in a correctional institution will provide you with unique and challenging situations to learn from and grow as a professional. Become a catalyst for change and help bring hope to those behind bars.


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DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Licensed Psychologist, you will have a crucial role in providing mental health services to inmates. You will be involved in administering and interpreting psychological tests, evaluating and monitoring inmates with severe mental illness, conducting individual and group therapy, and screening for psychiatric and mental health services. In this position, you will also be responsible for responding to emergencies and providing necessary interventions. Furthermore, you will need to exercise therapeutic care, custody, and control over inmates while developing appropriate short and long term psychological treatment objectives. In addition, you may also be involved in research projects, serve on committees, and testify as an expert witness in legal proceedings. This position requires a high level of professionalism, empathy, and the ability to work with a diverse population in a challenging environment.

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.
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

Special Requirements:

You must possess a valid license to practice psychology as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology.
As an employee in the Department of Corrections, you must obtain Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) certification within two months of hire and maintain it for the duration of employment in the job.


Other Requirements:

Successful completion of basic training in Elizabethtown, PA is required.
You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
You must be able to perform essential job functions.


Legal Requirement:

You must pass a background investigation and meet Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) compliance requirements.


How to Apply:

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).
Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.


Veterans:

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