Correctional Behavioral Specialist I-alexander Correctional

NC Department of Adult Correction

Taylorsville, North Carolina, United States
Base: $33,902.00 -$59,327.00 (effective feb 1, 2,0...
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 aid in interpretation and reporting.
  • The State of North Carolina offers 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 (effective Feb 1, 2026); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: State Benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • effective communication
  • record keeping
  • report analysis
  • aid offender adjustment
  • 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 diagnostic roles)
  • Pass background check

Work Rights

Not specified

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