Correctional Behavioral Specialist I - Foothills Correctional Institution 65025478
Core
Administering, scoring, and supervising psychological tests to offenders in a diagnostic/mental health setting, including counseling to establish rapport and gather background information for reports.
Role type
Correctional Behavioral Specialist I (Diagnostic/Mental Health)
Builds
Diagnostic reports and treatment plans for incarcerated male 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 administering psychological testing), Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques
Technologies
Psychological testing instruments
Responsibilities
Administer and score psychological tests, Counsel offenders to facilitate valid test results, Gather social/criminal/mental health background information, Prepare diagnostic reports, Serve as liaison with diagnostic and treatment staff
Seniority
Entry-level IC