JOB
The Department of Corrections (DOC) is seeking a motivated Psychological Services Specialist who is ready for a new career opportunity. Utilizing your expertise in counseling and psychology, you will help create a more stable environment for inmates housed at the State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Somerset. This role provides meaningful opportunities to guide individuals toward healthier choices and improved coping skills. Join us in bringing structure, insight, and support to those who need it most.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
This position delivers psychological services that address emotional and behavioral needs within the correctional environment. You will support inmates at SCI Somerset through therapy, testing, crisis response, and coordination with other professionals. As a Psychological Services Specialist, DOC, you will perform the following duties:
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Counseling Support: Provide individual and group counseling to help inmates manage emotions, develop new skills, and address treatment goals
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Assessment Work: Conduct interviews and tests, interpret results, and document initial psychological reports
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Care Coordination: Collaborate with institutional staff and outside agencies to facilitate needed mental health services
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Crisis Response: Deliver immediate support to inmates experiencing urgent psychological concerns
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Intern Guidance: Offer direction to student interns completing activities related to testing and interpretation
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Committee Participation: Take part in institutional committees that review inmate progress, reentry planning, and mental health needs
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
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Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
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Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Tuesday - Saturday, with a 30-minute lunch.
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This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
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Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.
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Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $67,736 (before taxes).
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You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
- Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
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Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
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Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
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You must provide complete and accurate information or:
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your score may be lower than deserved.
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you may be disqualified.
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You may only apply/test once for this posting.
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Your results will be provided via email.
