School Psychologist

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The NC Department of Adult Correction is one of the largest state agencies with more than 14,000 employees. It is responsible for safeguarding and preserving lives and property through prevention, protection, and preparation as well as the care, custody, and supervision of all adults sentenced for violating North Carolina laws. This department includes state prisons with custody, healthcare, and facility operations staff as well as probation/parole officers who supervised sentenced people in the community. Other divisions include Administration, Health Services, Rehabilitation & Reentry, Special Operations and the Post-Release Supervision & Parole Commission. We have a mission that matters! Description of Work If you are looking for a rewarding career in education, please consider serving as a School Psychologist in our Youth School at Granville Correctional Institution. This position will be a main point of contact providing targeted support for struggling students in core behavioral, academic, and social-emotional areas to students in pursuit of attaining a high school equivalency diploma. Because this work requires flexibility and investment, candidates with top student support skills and a strong work ethic will find greatest success and opportunity. This position supports students ages 22 and under in an adult correctional setting by providing collaborative, data‑driven evaluations and interventions to promote academic, behavioral, and social‑emotional success. Reporting to the School Principal, the School Psychologist is a key member of the academic team responsible for supporting the school's vision and goals. This role involves organizing and delivering counseling, support, transition services, and related educational programming for students of all ages in a medium‑custody male correctional facility. The School Psychologist creates a flexible, supportive learning environment that promotes each student's growth. Additional duties may be assigned by the Principal. Key Duties Include: .Collaborate with district and school staff to provide targeted support for struggling students through intervention systems and IEP processes. - Deliver direct and indirect services, including universal screenings, data‑based problem‑solving, intervention development, progress monitoring, and data interpretation. - Consult with school staff, families (as appropriate), community partners, and agencies regarding students' cognitive, academic, social, and behavioral needs, using data to guide decisions and support planning. Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Range $63,276 to $86,952 Salary Is Based On The NCDPI Salary Schedule And Years Of Experience Salary Grade: Based on NCDPI Salary Schedule This position is located within the academic school at Granville Correctional Institution, Butner, NC (Granville County). Management preference for candidates who can show evidence of: Experience administering relevant assessments as needed to provide additional data and understanding regarding a student's response to intervention Experience using effective oral and written communication skills Experience in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with school system staff, students, parents, mental health professionals, and external agencies Experience providing technology-based productivity applications, software programs, and student information systems including, but not limited to, applications within the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, etc.) About Granville Correctional Institution Granville Correctional Institution is located in Butner, NC (Granville County). Opened in 1997, Granville Correctional Institution houses close and medium custody male offenders, primarily between 18 and 25 years of age, in both single cells and dormitories. The facility offers a wide variety of programs, including educational and vocational programs, as well as a variety of job assignments; Granville Correctional is home to one of the prison system's four schools for young adult offenders. State Benefits Information : The State of North Carolina offers a comprehensive benefits package including: Health Insurance options Retirement Plans NCFlex Supplemental Benefits Paid Vacation, Sick, and Community Service Leave Paid Parental Leave Visit the State Benefits website for additional information. Supplemental Application Information: Application Process NCDAC uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position. Applicants must complete the application in full. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the State applic

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Agency Adult Correction Division COO - OPS - Institutions Operations Job Classification Title School Psychologist (NS) Position Number 60063542 Grade ED24

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