Juvenile Court Counselor/Juvenile Court Counselor Trainee- District 16

State of North Carolina

About The Position

We are looking for candidates who have a passion for helping court-involved youth. We are Working Together to Strengthen North Carolina’s Youth and Families! The Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention is committed to the reduction and prevention of juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating and treating youth in order to strengthen families and increase public safety. If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of North Carolina's youth, we welcome you to be part of the team. The State of North Carolina provides work/life balance, a team-oriented culture, opportunities for advancement, and interesting work. If you are looking to serve others, this is the place for you This posting is for District 16 located in the Central Region of the State of North Carolina. District 16 is in Hoke County. As a Juvenile Court Counselor Trainee, work will include: Gaining progressively complex exposure to the juvenile justice field, court proceedings, case management, system(s) of care. and areas related to juvenile and family dynamics and wellbeing. Opportunities to receive certifications in the trainee's field of work. Shadowing other Juvenile Court Counselors performing their duties and working on their caseloads. Coordinating services for juveniles and families. Preparing and presenting court recommendations. Developing skills and confidence to carry a caseload and perform the job duties of a Juvenile Court Counselor independently. Trainee appointments include participating in a 6 to 24-month training progression, in which trainees are assigned to a progressive career development program under supervision which is designed to ensure trainees develop an overall understanding of their role and its impact over time. The trainee appointment for the Juvenile Court Counselor follows a step progression pay plan. It is expected that Juvenile Court Counselor Trainees that perform successfully during their Trainee appointment will be moved into a permanent position as a Juvenile Court Counselor.

Requirements

Master's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and one year of experience in counseling or working with the juvenile/family client population and/or related human service case management experience; or Bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in counseling or working with the juvenile/family client population and/or related human service case management experience.
Applicants for positions designated as Juvenile Justice Officers are subject to and must meet the hiring and training standards established by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission, as defined in Title 12, Chapter 9 of the NC Administrative Code, by the statutory authority of GS 17C.
Selected applicant must attend and successfully complete and pass the Juvenile Justice Officer Basic Training certification program.
The certification requires four weeks to complete and is comprised of classroom and physically demanding training.
Have or be able to obtain required documentation for certification as a Juvenile Justice Officer (i.e. a diploma).
Pass a Criminal Background check
Pass a Drug Screening test
Pass a Psychological test
Pass a Sexual Risk Screening test
Pass a Physical (to include Vision and Hearing)
Be a US citizen
Be at least 20 years of age
Have a valid driver's license
Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution. (Trainee Appointment)

Nice To Haves

Experience navigating complex family dynamics in support of family-centered care.
Experience with case management documentation in accordance with professional organizational standards.
Experience working with socioeconomic psychosocial issues that contribute to at-risk juveniles.
Experience using the System of Care approach that addresses factors that may contribute to juvenile delinquency.

Responsibilities

receive and process allegations of delinquent and undisciplined behavior.
assess the risks and needs of the juvenile in order to provide for the security of the community and the juvenile's well-being.
divert from court those youth whose risk levels and needs can be met through diversion plans without formal court intervention.
make recommendations to court based on assessments that can include secure detention, if warranted.
provide case management as part of supervision, for youths on probation to assure the delivery of appropriate services while assuring compliance with court orders
provide aftercare, case management and post-release supervision to juveniles returning to the community following a commitment to a youth development center.