Reference #: 2040495THE POSITIONIf you are driven and have a passion for helping others, apply to be a Psychological Services Associate!

　　IMPORTANT: YOU MUST APPLY TO THIS ONLINE EXAM POSTING, MEET ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS, AND RECEIVE YOUR SCORE PRIOR TO APPLYING TO A SPECIFIC VACANCY POSTING FOR THIS TITLE.

　　PLEASE NOTE:  Once you have obtained a score, you may receive email notifications as vacancies are posted.  To review all available vacancies for this title, please refer to the Open Jobs page of our website.  You must apply to each vacancy for which you are interested.  If you apply to a vacancy posting prior to receiving a score, you will be deemed ineligible and directed to apply to this examination posting.

　　Full-time employment  DESCRIPTION OF WORK

　　You will administer, score, and interpret psychological tests; conduct interviews and counseling sessions; and write and implement behavioral plans for offenders in correctional facilities.The Pennsylvania Department of Corrections is known as a leader in the corrections field. Join this distinguished team - apply today!

　　Conditions of EmploymentSuccessful completion of a three (3) week training program at the Training Academy in Elizabethtown, PAReport for work in all weather conditions  REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITYQualifications:Must meetA Master's degree in psychology or a closely related field, which includes fifteen graduate level credits in psychology, counseling, educational counseling, rehabilitation, human development, learning, or motivation.Do not submit resumes, cover letters, and similar documents.  These documents will not be reviewed and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position or to determine your score.  Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements.  Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.Must be able to perform essential job functionsLegal Requirements:Must successfully complete a background investigationMust successfully complete a medical screeningVeterans: 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)

　　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.You must provide complete and accurate information or:your score may be lower than deserved.you may be disqualified.You may retest 6 months after date of last examYour results will be provided via email.Only your most recent exam score is counted.

　　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.