Salary: $77,400.00 - $139,300.00 Annually
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
Job Number: 191425
Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice
Division: Treatment & Support Services
Opening Date: 08/06/2026
Closing Date: 12/31/2026 5:00 PM Eastern
Residency Requirement: No
Class Code:: GA80
Position Number::
Normal Work Schedule:: Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Work hours will be discussed during the interview.
Pay Grade: CLN11
Hiring Range - Min.: $102,583.00

Job Responsibilities
WE ARE EXPANDING OUR TEAM AND ARE CURRENTLY RECRUITING FOR:

PSYCHOLOGISTS LICENSED ($111,959)

LICENSED ELIGIBLE ($102,583)

POST-DOCTORAL RESIDENT ($102,583)
THIS POSITION IS ELIGIBLE FOR A $10,000 SIGN-ON BONUS*

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).
We are recruiting Licensed and Licensed-eligible psychologists for our various regions interested in a career in a forensic setting that specializes in evaluations of juvenile justice-involved youth undergoing court-ordered evaluations. Our setting may be an ideal fit for new career psychologists who have completed pre- or post-doctoral training and are interested in a juvenile population or someone making a career or geographical shift to beautiful South Carolina. We are a dynamic agency with a robust psychology staff with varied backgrounds/experience who offer a high-quality work environment and commitment to best practices in our field. The position is located at the South Carolina Juvenile Justice Community Psychology division.
MISSION:

It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.

JOB PURPOSE:

Under general supervision, individual will be expected to complete court-ordered evaluations of assigned youth, as well as provide some clinical and case management services. Evaluations are expected to be completed according to established deadlines.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Completes comprehensive psychosocial evaluations on assigned youth and submits them in a timely manner that is consistent with established deadlines.
• Assigned comprehensive psychosocial evaluations are completed within 30 days of assignment and submitted to the supervisor for review.
• Testing is scored and interpreted accurately, and the report is well-written, edited, and reviewed for accuracy prior to submission for review.
• All direct contact with youth is documented in Medicat and JJMS.
• Consults and coordinates with, and makes referrals to other DJJ staff (e.g., nurses, psychiatrists, special needs coordinators, teachers, security officers, intensive supervision officers, clinicians, etc.) and other relevant outside agencies about youths' needs.
• Request records relevant to evaluations from DJJ staff and other outside agencies
• Communicate with the DJJ Community Office regarding status of the report and obtain updated information regarding the youth (e.g. court updates, referrals, etc.).
• Court ordered referrals are made, and records requested within two business days of receiving the court order. If referral requests are not acknowledged within three business days, the evaluator will follow up via phone or email and document the follow-up.
• Provides on-call, after-hours crisis intervention coverage and services on a rotating basis with other clinicians.
• Provides crisis intervention on an as-needed basis to youth during regular working hours.
• Answers all incoming calls while performing on-call duties, responds according to policy and/or supervisor directive, and completes all relevant paperwork/documentation within expected timeframes as noted per policy.
• Coordinates psychiatry referrals and interagency staffing as needed or required by court order.
• Ensures psychiatry evaluations are sent to the county and attends interagency staffings.
• Attends trainings as needed or required to improve and enhance skills and knowledge base. All mandatory trainings are completed within expected time frames.
• Performs other related job duties as assigned (e.g., isolation checks, PREA monitoring, etc.)

Minimum and Additional Requirements
STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A doctorate in applied psychology from an accredited college or university and experience in the practice of applied psychology.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Thorough knowledge of current psychological theory, practice, assessment and evaluation techniques with children/adolescents/families, as well as some knowledge of forensic psychological issues and practice.
• Ability to select/administer/interpret psychological tests and measures and effectively communicate findings.
• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills and be able to present clear and comprehensive oral and written reports.
• Must be able to work and communicate effectively with youth, families, staff and other entities.
• On-call duties are required on a rotating basis with other clinical staff.
• Must be able to work in a secure facility setting and environment with incarcerated youth.
• Must be mobile and able to lift 25 lbs.
• Able to work varied hours.
• This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice. Training applicable to these duties will be provided.

Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

A doctoral degree in applied psychology from an APA-approved program in psychology and experience in the practice of applied Psychology.
Currently Licensed to practice psychology in SC or licensed eligible with ability to obtain licensure within two (2) years of hire.

(Note: lack of licensure within the expected timeframe may impact employee status.)
Additional Comments
The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health, dental, and life insurance
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days of sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
• Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave

Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date.
You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing will be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.
Sign-On Bonus: Agencies may give sign-on bonuses to individuals recruited to critical needs jobs at the beginning of their employment with the agency. Bonuses cannot be offered or given to employees moving from other agencies by transfer, promotion or demotion. Sign-on bonuses are limited to one per employee, per year.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
01

Which category identifies your current status?

• Licensed
• Licensed-Eligible
• Post-Doctoral Resident

02

Do you have a doctorate in applied psychology from an accredited college or university and experience in the practice of applied psychology?

• Yes
• No

03

Is your doctoral degree in applied psychology from an APA approved program in psychology?

• Yes
• No

04

If you answered "No" to question #2, what is your expected date of doctoral degree conferral in applied psychology from an APA-accredited program?
05

Do you currently possess a license to practice psychology in the State of South Carolina or are you able to obtain licensure within two years?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have assessment experience in the practice of applied psychology?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have experience in the practice of applied psychology?

• Yes
• No

08

Are you currently employed or have you previously been employed with SCDJJ?

• Yes
• No

09

• Yes
• No

10

• Yes
• No

11

• Yes
• No

12

• Yes
• No

13

• Yes
• No

14

Have you or any members of your family ever been a victim of a crime committed by a juvenile who is currently under the supervision of SCDJJ? If yes, type in "Yes" and give your last name of the juvenile, date, and location of trial. If no, please type "No".
15

Do you currently or have you ever worked in or have been professionally associated with a prison, jail, lock, community confinement facility, juvenile facility or other institution as defined in 42 U.S.C. &sec