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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania |
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POSITION DESCRIPTION FOR JOB POSTING |
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Position Number: 50661049 |
Description Activated On: 2/4/2026 11:01:03 AM |
Position Purpose: Describe the primary purpose of this position and how it contributes to the organization’s objectives. Example: Provides clerical and office support within the Division to ensure its operations are conducted efficiently and effectively. This position is responsible for assessing and facilitating the psychological component of the rehabilitation and social development of court committed adjudicated delinquent residents in the Youth Development Center/Youth Forestry Camp (YDC/YFC) system. Also provides consultation to supervisory and counseling staff and serves as a key member of the clinical team in accordance with the Department of Human Services (DHS), Bureau of Juvenile Justice Services (BJJS), and agency policies. A Psychological Services Specialist (PSS) DHS demonstrates a high degree of skill and knowledge in the field of counseling/psychotherapy. This position is responsible for providing primary PSS services in the Girls program and for back-up services in other NCSTU programs when needed. This position reports directly to the Clinical Manager. |
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Description of Duties: Describe in detail the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Descriptions should include the major end result of the task. Example: Types correspondence, reports, and other various documents from handwritten drafts for review and signature of the supervisor. Prepares written clinical evaluations on each resident in assigned area from information obtained by conducting a file review, clinical interview, consulting with program staff and administering the recommended specialized assessment protocol. This assessment is to be completed within 7 days of the resident's intake. Coordinates mental health services via involvement in the psychiatric protocol as defined by the Bureau policy, serving as a consultant to supervisory/counseling staff, making recommendations for special programming, assisting in treatment plan development and monitoring in order to provide individualized clinical treatment services. Provides direct services to students by participating in individual and group counseling/therapy as required (minimum of 33% of work week), attends court or mental health hearings and completes psychological assessment (ESNA)/reports. Provides training to direct care service staff by providing consultation on individual cases and attending clinical meetings. Participate in meetings with Probation Officers to exchange information and assist in release planning, in conjunction with the multidisciplinary team. Performs individual and/or group psychotherapy in assigned programs. Participates in professional training by attending in-service and out-service training, reviews professional literature, and participates in research, as required, in order to maintain constant professional growth and development, maintain professional licensing as indicated (and will pursue professional licensing as appropriate if not licensed). Participates in program development meetings with contracted clinical consultants. Applies the principles of Balanced and Restorative Justice (BARJ) in work situations as required. Adhere to all federal, state and agency regulations, policies and procedures governing confidentiality (HIPAA). Attend and participate in staff meetings, supervisory conferences and employee training programs, including Suicide Intervention/Prevention, Safe Crisis Management, CPR/AED/First Aid, and Cultural Diversity and Certificate Programs relating to: general counseling, substance abuse, mental health and/or developmental disabilities, in order to develop and maintain job skills. Maintain order and discipline by intervening with residents through active supervision, responding to emergencies and employing the least restrictive intervention technique in order to prevent escapes, control inappropriate behavior and maintain a safe and secure environment. Work overtime as required by operational necessities and emergencies. Must be able to work mandatory overtime in compliance with overtime provisions of the collective bargaining agreement, with little or no advance notice, whether on or off duty at the time of notification. Facilitate monthly clinical consultation meetings with the YDC's in their assigned programs. Adheres to ethical principles and standards as defined by the American Psychological Association. Performs related duties as required. |
Decision Making: Describe the types of decisions made by the incumbent of this position and the types of decisions referred to others. Identify the problems or issues that can be resolved at the level of this position, versus those that must be referred to the supervisor. Example: In response to a customer inquiry, this work involves researching the status of an activity and preparing a formal response for the supervisor’s signature. Participation in determination for resident need to see the agency’s psychiatrist. Participation in determination when a resident can be removed from Close/Constant Observation. Participation in determination of the suicide risk level for each resident. In response to emergency situations, determine appropriate action. |
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Requirements Profile: Identify any specific experience or requirements, such as a licensure, registration, or certification, which may be necessary to perform the functions of the position. Position-specific requirements should be consistent with a Special Requirement or other criteria identified in the classification specification covering this position. Example: Experience using Java; Professional Engineer License Experience: Licenses, registrations, or certifications: 1. N/A 2. N/A 3. N/A 4. N/A 5. N/A 6. N/A |
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Essential Functions: Provide a list of essential functions for this position. Example: Transports boxes weighing up to 60 pounds.
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