Psychological Services Specialist, DHS - Selinsgrove Center - Commonwealth of Pennsylvania : Job Details

THE POSITION Are you looking to turn your expertise and training in psychology into a meaningful career in public service? If you are passionate about making a real difference in people's lives, the Departmentof Human Services invites you to consider joining our team as a Psychological Services Specialist. In this key role, you will deliver psychological, counseling, and behavior support services at Selinsgrove Center. If you are seeking a chance to expand your experience while offering essential psychological care to some of Pennsylvania's most vulnerable citizens, we would love to hear from you! Selinsgrove Center is conveniently located in a nice rural location just outside the Borough of Selinsgrove. We are only a couple of minutes from town, Selinsgrove Area Schools, and Susquehanna University. Come join us at the Selinsgrove Center and start your career in public service! Watch this video to see how you can make a difference at the Selinsgrove Center! DESCRIPTION OF WORK In this position, you will serve as the psychological services representative on the interdisciplinary team, where you will complete functional behavioral assessments and analyze psychological issues for individuals with all ranges of intellectual disabilities and dually diagnosed, co-occurring mental health conditions. Duties include making recommendations to the team regarding psychological care, drafting and monitoring progress on mental health support actions (MHSA), and providing in-person training for staff. Additionally, you will provide individual and group counseling. In this role, you will also monitor and observe the staff to ensure that the skills and strategies contained in the MHSA have been learned and are being appropriately utilized. 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 weekWork hours are 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch. Alternate work hours will be assigned as needed.Overtime and travel: As neededTelework: 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. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY QUALIFICATIONSMinimum 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 the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.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.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).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.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.