Correctional Behavioral Specialist – CPHC Position Available In Wake, North Carolina

Correctional Behavioral Specialist – CPHC 3.1 3.1 out of 5 stars Wake County, NC Description of Work This position is a Correctional Behavioral Specialist I (CBS I) based in the Therapeutic Diversion Unit (TDU) of the Central Prison Healthcare Complex in Raleigh. Central Prison houses approximately 1318 close custody male offenders, while the TDU is a specialized treatment program with 24 beds. This position reports directly to the Psychological Services Coordinator for the TDU. The Correctional Behavioral Specialist I is responsible for participation as an active member of the treatment team with considerable responsibility for a supportive role for the implementation of treatment plans for offenders with mental health disorders, serious mental illness, complex behavioral disorders, co-occurring disorders, intellectual disabilities and/or dementia or other neurocognitive impairment. Behavior Specialists are fundamental liaisons with the treatment team regarding offender programs and progress. Duties for this position include, but are not limited to; Observe and report current functioning of offenders assigned to the TDU as it relates to specific treatment objectives; Facilitate psycho-educational groups and programming on the unit and document appropriately; Participate with the treatment team to determine offender progress and treatment goals; Assist clients with specialized behavioral plans on goals including hygiene and group assignments; Being an aid/mental health representative for clients in the initial stages of the disciplinary process; Assist other behavioral health staff members with ordering/tracking inventory for incentives Other duties as assigned or delegated.

• This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.
• Applicants must pass a background check to be eligible for this job.
• Note to

Current State Employees:

State employees are encouraged to apply for positions of interest even if the salary grade is the same as, or lower than, their current position. If selected for this position, a new salary will be recalculated taking into consideration the quantity of relevant education and experience, funding availability, and internal equity. Based upon these factors, a pay increase MAY result. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies Working knowledge of up-to-date best practices in health, mental health care practices and support for individuals with intellectual disabilities as well as working knowledge of the basics of physiological, nutritional, sensory-motor, affective, cognitive, social, communication, and adaptive development. Ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary team and communicate observations. Ability to keep records and document behaviors/preferences. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both.

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//oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for details. Bachelor s degree in psychology or other human services field from an appropriately accredited institution with several classes in psychology, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Note:

Positions being recruited specifically for diagnostics will require at least one year administering and/or conducting psychological testing. Supplemental and Contact Information Come Join Us To Make A Difference Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 19,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving the lives and property of its citizens through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced after conviction for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes State Prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as the division of Community Supervision. Other divisions include Administration, Compliance & Accreditation, Comprehensive Health Services, Internal Affairs & Intelligence Operations, Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission, and Rehabilitation & Reentry. The Division of Comprehensive Health Services is dedicated to providing evidence-based, compassionate, and constitutionally consistent medical care to all offenders in custody. Their goal is to ensure that all offenders receive full-spectrum medical care from the time of entry until their release. The team of physicians, nurses, behavioral health services, dental services, psychiatric services, pharmacy services, and licensed healthcare administration services work together to provide emergent, acute, routine, and chronic health care, as well as preventive medicine at all prison facilities. They also coordinate with specialists and other clinical consultants outside of prisons throughout the state to ensure comprehensive health and well-being towards a safe transition from prison, improving public health, and decreasing recidivism. The North Carolina Department of Adult Correction (DAC) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job. DAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates/licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to the education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Applicants seeking Veteran’s Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications. Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach a NGB 23A (RPAS) if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing. If a former member of the NC National Guard who served for at least 6 years and was discharged under honorable conditions, they must attach either a DD256 or NGB 22. If applicants earned college credit hours but did not complete a degree program, they must attach an unofficial transcript to each application to receive credit for this education. For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Monique Cowan at monique.cowan@dac.nc.gov.

NOTE:

For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types.

For permanent and time-limited appointments:

Eligible employees have benefits that include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Paid parental leave is available for eligible employees. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation.