Reference #: 4320305THE POSITIONNOTE:  THIS IS A REPOSTING OF CS-2023-72303-43041.  IF YOU APPLIED UNDER THE PREVIOUS POSTING WHICH WAS OPEN FROM DECEMBER 22, 2023 TO JANUARY 5, 2024, YOU CANNOT SUBMIT A NEW APPLICATION.

　　The Department of Corrections is looking for a Licensed Psychologist to join the Psychology Department at the . If you have the required experience and are looking to start a meaningful public service career, the Department of Corrections wants to hear from you!

　　DESCRIPTION OF WORKAs a Licensed Psychologist for the Department of Corrections, you will be responsible for providing psychological services for the inmate population at your assigned institution.

　　You will be administering, scoring, and interpreting a battery of psychological tests. You will be responsible for providing information, evaluations, monitoring, and supporting severely mentally ill inmates and those in need of crisis intervention and plan development. You will also be performing individual and group psychotherapy and screening inmates for psychiatric services and/or other mental health services.

　　Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the.

　　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 & ELIGIBILITYQUALIFICATIONSNecessary Special Requirements:All employees must possess a valid license to practice psychology as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology.All employees in the Department of Corrections 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:You must meet the . For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the  and click on Residency.You must be able to perform essential job functions.Legal Requirement:You must pass a background investigation.

　　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:

　　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 .

　　Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

　　711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

　　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.

　　EXAMINATION 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).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.you may be disqualified.You may nly apply/test once for this posting.Your results will be provided via email.

　　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.