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Licensed Psychologist Director - Torrance State Hospital

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Phila, Pennsylvania, United States

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The Position If you are passionate about helping others and making a positive impact, we have an exciting opportunity for you! The Department of Human Services is seeking a Licensed Psychologist Director to join our team of dedicated professionals. This role will involve overseeing the Sexual Responsibility and Treatment Program at Torrance State Hospital, which provides crucial treatment to individuals who have committed certain sex crimes and are approaching their 21st birthday. Your expertise and leadership will be vital in ensuring the success of this program and helping individuals in need of continued treatment. Build the next chapter of your career with us—apply today!

Description of Work As a Licensed Psychologist Director, you will oversee the development and implementation of treatment plans for individuals in the Sexual Responsibility and Treatment Program. You will be involved in ensuring that all clinical protocols and therapies align with policies, procedures, and regulations. You will also work to maintain a safe and cost‑effective environment for program participants. Additionally, you will provide individual and group therapy, as well as coordinate daily operations and training with other staff members who specialize in mental health and sexual offending. You will be given the responsibility to make decisions on a routine basis using your professional training, job knowledge, and competency. For unusual or high‑risk situations, you will collaborate with your supervisor to determine the best course of action.

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

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

Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position

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

Qualifications

One year as a Licensed Psychologist Manager (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or

Two years as a Licensed Psychologist, MH or a Psychologist (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration) 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 intellectual disability, one year of which must have been in a supervisory or administrative capacity

Special Requirement

This position requires the 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 Older Adult Protective Services Act

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 www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans

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.

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.

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

Seniority Level Director

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industries Government Administration

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