Reference #: 4521283 THE POSITION

Utilize your knowledge in counseling and psychology to become a Psychological Services Specialist! The Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services is seeking a highly motivated individual to join our team at the South Mountain Secure Treatment Unit. The work you accomplish in this position will help us provide services that directly impact the lives of court-adjudicated youth. If you are willing to work with a diverse population and make a difference in the lives of Pennsylvania's youth, this is the perfect position for you! Watch this videoto see how you can make a difference!

DESCRIPTION OF WORK

As a Psychological Services Specialist, you will facilitate the psychological component of the rehabilitation and social development of court-committed adjudicated delinquent residents. You can expect to prepare written clinical evaluations on each resident in your assigned area using information obtained through file reviews, clinical interviews, specialized assessments, and consultations with program staff. You will coordinate mental health services, make recommendations for special programming, and assist in treatment plan development in order to provide individualized clinical treatment services. In this position, you will perform tasks in the care, counseling, and treatment of residents who have sex offense issues and issues with substance abuse and dependency. Additionally, you will participate in professional training by attending in-service and out-service training to maintain constant professional growth and development.

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 as follows, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch break. Four (4) shifts: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM One (1) shift: 12:00 PM to 8:00 PM You may have to work overtime as needed. You may have to travel as needed. This may change based on operational needs. FREE PARKING! Salary: Selected candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $64,959 (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 Minimum Experience and Training Requirements: A master's degree in a behavioral science, counseling education, rehabilitation, human development or a closely related field. Applicants will be considered to have met the educational requirements once they are within 3 months of graduating with a qualifying degree.

Other Requirements: You must meet thePA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow thelinkand click on Residency. You must be able to perform essential job functions.

Legal Requirements: A conditional offer of employment will require a satisfactory completion of a  medical examination and a drug screening test. 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 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). This posting requires submission of a copy of your college transcript(s). Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. You may upload your document as an attachment during the application proc ss. You must still complete the application and answer the supplemental questions. All documents MUST be uploaded prior to the submission of your application. 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 towww.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspxand click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us atra-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.