Correctional Behavioral Specialist I - Foothills Correctional Institution 65024540
Core
Administer, score, and supervise psychological tests for male offenders in a diagnostic/mental health setting; provide supportive counseling to aid adjustment to the prison environment.
Role type
Correctional Behavioral Specialist (Clinical/Testing)
Builds
Diagnostic reports and treatment plans for offenders
Domain
Corrections / Mental Health
Required skills
Psychological testing administration, Crisis intervention, Psychiatric diagnostic knowledge, Counseling techniques, Report writing
Preferred skills
Experience in diagnostics (1+ year), Knowledge of crisis intervention, Knowledge of psychiatric diagnostic categories
Technologies
Psychological testing instruments
Responsibilities
Administer and score psychological tests, Counsel offenders to establish rapport, Gather social/criminal/mental health background information, Prepare diagnostic reports, Serve as liaison with treatment staff
Seniority
Entry-level IC