Base: $33,902.00 -$59,327.00 (effective feb 1, 2,0...
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Psychological principles
Psychometric theory
Causes of criminal behavior
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The NC Department of Adult Correction is seeking a Correctional Behavioral Specialist I for the Alexander Correctional Institution in Taylorsville, North Carolina. The role involves administering psychological tests to offenders, providing counseling, and serving as a liaison with treatment staff in a correctional setting.
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Job Summary
The NC Department of Adult Correction is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws.
Work involves administering, scoring, and supervising psychological tests to offenders in a diagnostic/mental health setting and counseling with offenders to establish necessary rapport.
The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, NCFlex, paid leave, and parental leave.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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The NC Department of Adult Correction is seeking a Correctional Behavioral Specialist I for the Alexander Correctional Institution in Taylorsville, North Carolina. The role involves administering psychological tests to offenders, providing counseling, and serving as a liaison with treatment staff in a correctional setting.
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Salary
Base: $33,902.00 -$59,327.00 (Effective Feb 1, 2026); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: State Benefits
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
psychological principles
psychometric theory
causes of criminal behavior
crisis intervention techniques
psychiatric diagnostic categories
Nice-to-have
rapport building
attitudes facilitation
aid offender adjustment
supportive psychological functioning
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in psychology or human services
Several classes in psychology
Equivalent combination of education and experience
One year administering/conducting psychological testing (for diagnostics)