Psychological Services Specialist, DHS - Loysville Youth Development Center

Psychological Services Specialist, DHSAs a Psychological Services Specialist, DHS with the Department of Human Services (DHS), Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services (BJJS), you will take on a meaningful role that directly shapes the future of youth. This position gives you the chance to apply your clinical knowledge in fast-moving situations where strong guidance makes a real difference. At the Loysville Youth Development Center, you will join a committed team that values leadership, teamwork, and high-quality treatment services. Step into a career that builds your expertise, strengthens your voice as a clinician, and brings lasting change to the lives of young people.This position focuses on guiding treatment services, supporting staff, and ensuring high-quality clinical programming for youth. It involves evaluating programs, providing clinical supervision, and delivering direct counseling services. As a Psychological Services Specialist, DHS, you will perform the following duties:Program Evaluation: Assess treatment programming in an assigned cottage and address any issues to maintain best practice standardsStaff Collaboration: Work with employees and consultants to develop treatment programsClinical Supervision: Lead conferences with counseling staff to support their development and ensure quality resident careService Coordination: Recommend specialized programming and help create individualized treatment plansDirect Counseling: Attend hearings, complete assessments, and provide individual, family, and group therapyClinical Reporting: Prepare written evaluations using file reviews, interviews, and program staff inputInterested 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 Tuesday - Saturday, with a 30-minute lunch. You will have Sunday and Monday off. Shifts will include:7:00 AM to 3:00 PM9:00 AM to 5:00 PM10:00 AM to 6:00 PM12:00 PM to 8:00 PMTelework: You will not have the option to telework in this position.Free parkingSalary: Selected candidates who are new to employment with the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of $69,086.00 (before taxes).You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.Qualifications: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 Guidelines.You must be able to perform essential job functions.Legal Requirements:A conditional offer of employment will require a medical examination and a drug screening.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).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.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.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 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.