Youth Counselor Technician Driver- Cabarrus YDC

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

Requirements

Associate degree from an appropriately accredited institution; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of related human services experience; or an equivalent combination of education and 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

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate effectively speaking and in writing.
You must be physically capable of applying the proper methods and procedures to physically restrain juveniles and defend self after being properly training by the department.

Responsibilities

Certified Transportation Driver/Youth Counselor Technician (YTC-Driver) provides transportation and supervision for juveniles to and from required destinations such as court hearings, detention centers, youth development centers, residential placement, medical appointments, and other required destinations.
Monitor youth while in secure custody during court as requested and provide non-secure transportation for youth as authorized and when not in secure custody.
YCT-Driver's will also be required to inspect vehicles regularly and maintain appropriate maintenance (preventative service and inspection schedule) of vehicle fleet.
Maintaining transportation documents for all trips.
Monitor gas, oil, and tires daily.
Conduct searches of vehicle for contraband prior to and after each trip.
Must have a valid driver's license upon hire date.