Forensic Psychological Services Associate - Norristown State Hospital
Company: Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
Location: Norristown
Posted on: May 13, 2025
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Job Description:
THE POSITION
Take your career in psychology to the next level! Norristown State
Hospital is seeking a Forensic Psychological Services Associate to
join our team. In this pivotal role, you will provide specialized
psychological services to forensic patients who are either deemed
incompetent to stand trial, awaiting sentencing, facing psychiatric
challenges that affect their prison adjustment, or have been found
not guilty by reason of insanity. Apply today to make a meaningful
difference and help drive positive changes in the lives of those
who need it most!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Forensic Psychological Services Associate, you will address
psychiatric issues to ensure the effective management of
referral-related forensic cases. Your clinical decisions will
involve selecting the most appropriate psychological treatment
interventions, determining the structure and focus of therapy
sessions, and customizing positive reinforcement programs to meet
the needs of individual patients or specific wards. In this
position, you will perform initial assessments of new admissions,
evaluate their treatment needs, and develop and implement therapy
programs tailored to those needs. You can expect to complete all
necessary documentation in compliance with departmental and
regulatory standards. Additionally, you will participate in
forensic building meetings and supervisory sessions to stay up to
date with forensic policies and procedures.
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.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 psychology or a closely related field which
includes fifteen credits in Psychology.Applicants will be
considered to have met the educational requirements once they are
within three months of graduating with a qualifying degree.
Other Requirements:
Legal Requirements:A conditional offer of employment will require a
medical examination and 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.
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.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and
click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at
ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
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.
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