Correctional Behavioral Specialist I-alexander Correctional

NC Department of Adult Correction

Taylorsville, North Carolina, US
Base: $33,902.00 -$59,327.00; bonus/equity: not sp...
Psychological principles
Psychometric theory
Causes of criminal behavior
The NC Department of Adult Correction is responsible for the care, custody, and supervision of adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws

Job Summary

  • The NC Department of Adult Correction is responsible for the care, custody, and supervision of adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws.
  • This position involves administering psychological tests, counseling offenders, and gathering background information to interpret test results and prepare reports.
  • The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid leave, and parental leave.

Matching Summary

The NC Department of Adult Correction is responsible for the care, custody, and supervision of adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws.

Salary

Base: $33,902.00 -$59,327.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: State Benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • psychological principles
  • psychometric theory
  • causes of criminal behavior
  • offender stresses
  • crisis intervention techniques
  • supportive counseling techniques
  • psychiatric diagnostic categories

Nice-to-have

  • rapport building
  • valid test results
  • aid offender adjustment
  • psychological functioning
  • treatment committees

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in psychology or human services
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience
  • At least one year administering/conducting psychological testing (for diagnostic roles)
  • Pass background check
  • Must pass criminal background check

Work Rights

Not specified

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