Licensed Psychologist - Wernersville State Hospital

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania • Wernersville, PA • 5h ago

Reference #: 5099036 THE POSITION Are you looking for an opportunity that utilizes your proven psychological services skills? Do you want to make a lasting difference in the lives of others and promote consumer wellness? The Department of Human Services (DHS), Wernersville State Hospital is seeking a dedicated Licensed Psychologist. Our team uses respect and compassion to deliver quality psychiatric care. If you want to help some of Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens and experience professional growth, then this is the perfect role for you! Apply today!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Licensed Psychologist, you will provide psychiatric functional and readiness assessments as well as diagnostic, intellectual, and educational assessments. You will work with a multidisciplinary treatment team to review needs, determine specific treatment approaches, and formulate individual treatment plans for consumers. You will also administer psychological testing, provide psychotherapy, and conduct cognitive remediation programs. This role requires the ability to apply appropriate assessment measures and psychotherapeutic approaches that will improve patient psychological behaviors and meet treatment goals. In addition, you will provide consumer progress feedback, document procedures, and conduct group psychoeducation classes.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in theposition 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. Overtime and travel as needed Free parking Telework: You will not have the option to telework in this position. Salary:Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $77,379.00 (before taxes). 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 Special Requirements: You must be in possession of a valid license to practice psychology as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology.

Other Requirements: PA residency requirementis currently waived for this title.

You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements: You must pass a background investigation. A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and a drug screening. This position falls under the provisions of the Older Adult Protective Services Act. Under the Act, a conditional offer of employment will require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history reports, including but not limited to, PA State Police and FBI clearance.

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.

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.

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