- 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.
- This position is eligible for full retirement benefits at age 50 or 55.
- 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.
- One year as a Licensed Psychologist MH or Psychologist; or
- One year of experience as a licensed professional psychologist in the treatment of inmates or individuals with mental illness, mental retardation or behavioral dysfunction.
- 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.
- PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
- You must pass a background investigation.
- 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.
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS): 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
- 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).
- Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
- Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
- You must provide complete and accurate information or: your score may be lower than deserved.
- Eligibility rules apply.
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- A. I have professional experience related to the work behavior above which includes assessing mental, behavioral, emotional and developmental disorders of patients/clients/inmates by observing patients/clients/inmates; and reviewing data and information, psychological reports, etc. and interviewing patients/clients/inmates, family and/or staff to elicit information concerning patients/clients/inmates and administering and interpreting standardized tests of personality, interest, intelligence, achievement and/or risk assessment.
- B. I have professional experience related to the work behavior above such as interviewing and assessing individuals or administering or interpreting standardized tests or providing feedback to other professionals/individuals.
- C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
- The actual duties you performed related to psychological assessment.
- Your level of responsibility.
- A. I have professional experience related to the work behavior above which includes treating patients/clients/inmates/ family or staff by utilizing various psychological techniques and selecting the appropriate approach to use in individual or group therapy and planning the frequency, intensity, and duration of therapy and collaborating with other professionals/specialists in diagnostic and evaluative multi-disciplinary team meetings to discuss diagnosis, etiology, treatment disposition and community re-entry issues and preparing progress notes, psychological reports, treatment plan statements, etc. related to the mental and emotional/behavioral status of patients/clients/inmates/family or staff which includes data on diagnosis, risk analysis, level of functioning, prognosis, and remediation.
- B. I have professional experience related to the work behavior above which includes treating individuals or selecting the appropriate approach to use in individual/group therapy or collaborating with other professionals/specialists or preparing progress reports/treatment plans for individuals in a setting where the treatment options are limited to a particular type of treatment/individual.
- C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
- The actual duties you performed related to treating individuals.
- Your level of responsibility.
- A. I have professional experience related to the work behavior above implementing and/or developing a comprehensive, ethical psychological services program that insures the maintenance of high-quality service to patients/clients/inmates/family or staff and developing experimental designs or conducting research in fields of personality development and adjustment, diagnosis, risk assessment, treatment and prevention of mental disorders and evaluating and planning treatment programs for patients/clients/inmates; instructing /training employees in psychological techniques and approaches used in individual therapy, group therapy, behavior modification, testing, etc. and teaching in-service training and out-service programs for psychologists and other professional staff and coordinating the psychological services program with other disciplines and integrating new policies and procedures in existing programs.
- B. I have professional experience related to the work behavior above implementing or directing a portion of a psychological services program such as experimental design or conducting research or planning treatment programs or teaching in-service training.
- C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
- The actual duties you performed related to program development.
- Your level of responsibility.
- A. I have professional experience related to the work behavior above preparing various comprehensive reports, records, policies and procedures such as manuals to explain overall functioning of psychology department as it relates to patient/client/inmate care and relationships with other disciplines and records of scheduled work to be performed and work performed such as psychological testing, treatment interviews, case conferences, consultations, etc. and budget reports for psychological program services to submit to supervisor/superior for incorporation into agency's annual service plan.
- B. I have professional experience related to the work behavior above such as preparing reports or manuals or policies and procedures related to individual care or schedules of work to be performed/work performed or budget reports for psychological programs.
- C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
- The actual duties you performed related to program administration.
- Your level of responsibility.
- A. I have professional experience performing the work behavior above which includes monitoring and evaluating program effectiveness and deficiencies to ensure quality services to patients/clients/inmates or staff by interpreting program policies, guidelines, objectives, etc. to patients/clients/inmates or staff in staff conferences, meetings or individually and reviewing written comprehensive reports, summaries, and records on patients'/clients'/inmates' progress or quality assurance reviews submitted by staff against criteria established in treatment planning and by serving on agency-wide or inter-agency committees such as Research, Human Rights, Medical Records, Management Advisory, etc., to discuss and evaluate patient/client/inmate treatment programs.
- B. I have professional experience related to the work behavior above such as monitoring program effectiveness or reviewing written reports or records or serving on a committee related to individuals' treatment programs.
- C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
- The actual duties you performed related to program evaluation.
- Your level of responsibility.
- A. I have supervised/directed professional, paraprofessional and clerical staff by assigning employees to individual cases to perform diagnostic and therapeutic work with patients/clients/inmates and by reviewing and evaluating work performance of subordinates (psychological assistants, students, interns, psychologists, etc.) in such areas as psychological testing, therapy, charting, program management and supervision; approving leave requests; reviewing grievances and complaints, conducting initial investigation into causes and conditions, discussing issues/findings with employee; resolving complaints and/or recommending solutions.
- B. I have professional experience related to the work behavior above such as lead work experience with professional staff or supervisory experience with paraprofessional or clerical staff.
- C. I have NO experience related to this work behavior.
- The name(s) of the employer(s) where you gained this experience.
- The actual duties you performed related to supervision.
- Your level of responsibility.
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Licensed Psychologist Manager, Corrections - Waymart, United States - State of Pennsylvania
Description
THE POSITION
NOTE:
THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM APRIL 5, 2024 TO APRIL 19, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.
Are you a highly motivated licensed psychologist looking for a new opportunity? The Department of Corrections (DOC), State Correctional Institution (SCI) at Waymart is seeking a Licensed Psychologist Manager to join our Psychology Department.
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
In this position, you will be responsible for planning, organizing, and directing the psychological services program for the institution.
You will coordinate the program along with other disciplines, develop and write new policies and procedures for existing programs, and chair the population Psychiatric Review Team.
You will also participate as a standing member of the Clinical Review Team for suicides and attempted suicides; consult with psychiatry and medical staff; and perform psychological testing and evaluation of inmates.
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information:
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
Special Requirements:
Other Requirements:
Legal Requirements:
How to Apply:
Veterans:
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 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.EXAMINATION INFORMATION
You may only apply/test once for this posting.
Your results will be provided via email.
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Health & Wellness
We offer multiple health plans so our employees can choose what works best for themselves and their families. Our comprehensive benefits package includes health coverage, vision, dental, and wellness programs.
Compensation & Financial Planning
We invest in our employees by providing competitive wages and encouraging financial wellness by offering multiple ways to save money and ensure peace of mind including multiple retirement and investment plan options.
We know there's more to life than just work Our generous paid leave benefits include paid vacation, paid sick leave, eight weeks of paid parental leave, military leave, and paid time off for most major U.S.
Values and Culture
We believe in the work we do and provide continual opportunities for our employees to grow and contribute to the greater good.
As one of the largest employers in the state, we provide opportunities for internal mobility, professional development, and the opportunity to give back by participating in workplace charitable giving.
Employee PerksSometimes, it is the little "extras" that make a big difference. Our employees receive special employee-only discounts and rates on a variety of services and memberships.
For more information on all of these Total Rewards benefits, please visit and click on the benefits box.
Do you possess a current and valid license to practice psychology issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology or possess a current and valid license to practice psychology 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.
If you answered "Yes" to the previous question, you must list your license number, issue date, and expiration date below.
Have you been employed by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as a Psychologist or a Licensed Psychologist for one or more years full-time?
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below.
The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision.
If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.05
Do you possess one or more years of full-time experience as a licensed professional psychologist in the treatment of inmates or individuals with mental illness, mental retardation or behavioral dysfunction?
If you are claiming experience in the above question, please list the employer(s) where you gained this experience in the text box below.
The employer(s) and a description of the experience must also be included in the appropriate sections of your application if you would like the experience to be considered in the eligibility decision.
If you claimed you do not have experience, type N/A in the text box below.07
You must complete the supplemental questions below. These supplemental questions are the exam and will be scored.
They are designed to give you the opportunity to relate your experience and training background to the major activities (Work Behaviors) performed in this position.
Failure to provide complete and accurate information may delay the processing of your application, or result in a lower-than-deserved score or disqualification.
You must complete the application and answer the supplemental questions.Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.
All information you provide on your application and supplemental questions is subject to verification. Any misrepresentation, falsification or omission of material facts is subject to penalty.If requested, you must provide documentation, including names, addresses, and telephone numbers of individuals who can verify the validity of the information you provide in the application and supplemental questions.
Read each work behavior carefully. Determine and select which "Level of Performance" most closely represents your highest level of experience/training. List the employer(s)/training source(s) from your Work or Education sections of the application where you gained this experience/training.The "Level of Performance" you choose for each work behavior must be clearly supported within the description of the experience and training information entered in your application or your score may be lowered.
In order to receive credit for experience, you must have worked in a job for at least six months in which the experience claimed was a major function.
If you have read and understand these instructions, please click on the "Yes" button and proceed to the exam questions.
WORK BEHAVIOR - PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT
Assesses mental, behavioral, emotional and developmental disorders of patients/clients/inmates by observing patients/clients/inmates; reviewing data and information, psychological reports, etc., provided by other professionals and staff; interviewing patients/clients/inmates, family and/or staff to elicit information concerning patients/clients/inmates and administering and interpreting standardized tests of personality, interest, intelligence, achievement and/or risk assessment.
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior.
WORK BEHAVIOR - TREATING INDIVIDUALS
Treats patients/clients/inmates/family or staff by utilizing various psychological techniques; selecting the appropriate approach to use in individual and/or group therapy and planning the frequency, intensity, and duration of therapy; collaborating with other professionals/specialists in diagnostic and evaluative multi-disciplinary team meetings to discuss diagnosis, etiology, treatment disposition and community re-entry issues; prepares progress notes, psychological reports, treatment plan statements, etc.
related to the mental and emotional/behavioral status of patients/clients/inmates/family and/or staff which includes data on diagnosis, risk analysis, level of functioning, prognosis and remediation.
Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior.
WORK BEHAVIOR - PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
Implements and/or develops a comprehensive, ethical psychological services program by implementing procedures and work flow for clinical and administrative functions that insure the maintenance of high-quality service to patients/clients/inmates/family or staff; developing experimental designs and/or conducting research in fields of personality development and adjustment, diagnosis, risk assessment, treatment and prevention of mental disorders; evaluating and planning treatment programs for patients/clients/inmates; instructing/training employees in psychological techniques and approaches used in individual therapy, group therapy, behavior modification, testing, etc.; teaching in-service training and out-service programs for psychologists and other professional staff; coordinating the psychological services program with other disciplines and integrating new policies and procedures in existing programs.
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior.
WORK BEHAVIOR - PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
Prepares various comprehensive reports, records, policies and procedures such as manuals to explain overall functioning of a psychology department as it relates to patient/client/inmate care and relationships with other disciplines; records of scheduled work to be performed and work performed such as psychological testing, treatment interviews, case conferences, consultations, etc.; and budget reports for psychological program services to submit to supervisor/superior for incorporation into agency's annual service plan.
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior.
WORK BEHAVIOR - PROGRAM EVALUATION
Monitors and evaluates program effectiveness and deficiencies to ensure quality services to patients/clients/inmates or staff by interpreting program policies, guidelines, objectives, etc.
to patients/clients/inmates or staff in staff conferences, meetings or individually; reviewing written comprehensive reports, summaries, and records on patients'/clients'/inmates' progress or quality assurance reviews submitted by staff against criteria established in treatment planning and by serving on agency-wide or inter-agency committees such as Research, Human Rights, Medical Records, Management Advisory, etc., to discuss and evaluate patient/client/inmate treatment programs.
Levels of PerformanceSelect the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior.
WORK BEHAVIOR - SUPERVISION
Supervises/directs professional, paraprofessional and clerical staff by assigning employees to individual cases to perform diagnostic and therapeutic work with patients/clients/inmates and by reviewing and evaluating work performance of subordinates (psychological assistants, students, interns, psychologists, etc.) in such areas as psychological testing, therapy, charting, program management and supervision; approving leave requests; reviewing grievances and complaints, conducting initial investigation into causes and conditions, discussing issues/findings with employee; resolving complaints or recommending solutions.
Select the Level of Performance that best describes your claim.
In the text box below, please describe your experience as it relates to the level of performance you claimed on this work behavior.
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