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Reference #: 4820161 THE POSITION Are you a licensed psychologist with management skills? Do you have the desire to ensure the best clinical services are provided to adjudicated youth placed in the care of the Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services (BJJS)? The Department of Human Services (DHS), North Central Secure Treatment Unit is seeking a Licensed Psychologist Director. If you want to provide the oversight and direction needed to continuously develop clinical programs for the habilitation, rehabilitation, and social development of adjudicated youth, we want to talk to you! Apply today to start making a lasting impact!

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DESCRIPTION OF WORK As a Licensed Psychologist Director, you will provide oversight and direction of clinical services for the habilitation, rehabilitation, and social development of delinquent youth in a Youth Development Center/Youth Forestry Camp (YDC/YFC). You will analyze, evaluate, and continuously develop clinical treatment programs, as well as supervise supervisory and non-supervisory employees. You will direct clinical treatment services, interpret policies and regulations, and implement best practices and minimum standards. This role requires effective communication skills to consult with psychiatrists, physicians, and professional staff concerning diagnostic evaluation and therapeutic treatment programs. In addition, you will participate in contract negotiations, facilitate clinical training sessions, and attend juvenile court and other hearings as necessary.

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

Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. May change based on operational needs. Overtime and travel as needed You must be willing to accept employment at North Central Secure Treatment Unit and commute to this location in Montour County. FREE PARKING Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $86,299 (before taxes). The Department of Human Services provides excellent benefits, pay increases, paid leave and holidays, as well as opportunities for career advancement. 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 Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: One year as a Licensed Psychologist Manager;or Two years as a Licensed Psychologist, MH or a Psychologist one year of which must have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity;or Two years of experience as a licensed professional psychologist in the treatment of inmates or individuals with mental illness and/or mental retardation, one year of which must have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity.

Special Requirements: Possession of a current license to practice psychology as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of psychology or possession of a current license to practice psychology as issued by another state with licensure requirements acceptable to the Board. [Pennsylvania licensure must be obtained within one year of employment]

Other Requirements: PA residency requirement is currently waived for this title. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination. This position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective Services Law. Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance, PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint learance.

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). 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. 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 www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.

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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 only 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.