Licensed Psychologist (1st Shift) - Selinsgrove Center

Posting number: CS-2026-56609-43041

Department: Department of Human Services

Division: HS Sel Ctr

Job classification: Licensed Psychologist

Posting type: SCSC E&T Vacancy

Categories: Social Services, Rehabilitation Services

The Licensed Psychologist position with the Department of Human Services (DHS) at the Selinsgrove Center offers an exciting chance to use your expertise to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities. This role allows you to apply your clinical skills in meaningful ways as you shape treatment plans, provide therapeutic support, and help each person move toward important goals. You will work closely with a committed team of professionals who value collaboration and strong clinical practice. This position is ideal for applicants who want to bring their talent, compassion, and dedication to a setting where their work has lasting impact.

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This position provides psychological services to individuals with developmental disabilities through evaluation, treatment, and collaboration with clinical staff. It plays a key role in supporting individualized plans and ensuring thoughtful, effective care. As a Licensed Psychologist, you will perform the following duties:

• Psychological Evaluation:Assess individuals through medical and social case record reviews, interviews, and observations
• Test Administration:Select, administer, and interpret psychological tests to diagnose needs and guide treatment
• Treatment Planning:Collaborate with clinical staff to develop individualized treatment plans
• Therapeutic Services:Use various psychological techniques to support therapy and behavior modification to treat disorders
• Team Collaboration:Participate in multidisciplinary meetings to discuss progress and coordinate care
• Documentation Duties:Prepare reports and maintain treatment records consistent with clinical standards

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

• You must possess a valid license to practice psychology as issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Psychology.

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

• You must pass a background investigation.
• A conditional offer of employment will require 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.

• 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.
• All application materials and interview responses must reflect the applicant’s own experience, qualifications, and work. Applicants may use generative AI tools for preparation purposes only. Use of AI to misrepresent or falsify information, or to assist during interviews, is not permitted. Review the Guidance for Generative AI Tools & Job Seekers for additional information.

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work hours are 1st shift (8:00 AM to 4:00 PM), Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Free parking
• 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.

Pennsylvania law (51 Pa.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs.

• 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.

• 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.