Youth Counselor Technician (Juvenile Justice Officer I)- Edgecombe YDC

State of North Carolina

7d•Onsite

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 The physical demands for this position will be discussed during the interview. Daily responsibilities include, but are not limited to, duties such as housekeeping, physical and mechanical restraint of juveniles, medication administration and recreational activities. Positions directly monitor and supervise juveniles in both Youth Development Centers and Youth Detention Centers. Juveniles are supervised while housed, at school, and all daily activities. The work is subject to close personal and physical contact with juveniles. Safety and security duties include: maintaining a secure environment, routinely monitoring and observing juveniles, maintaining compliance with cleanliness and sanitation standards. Positions provide feedback to the treatment team on juveniles. Daily records are completed to include: documenting safety violations and security breaches, activity briefing for shift personnel, crisis intervention events, behavioral problems/issues, and youth progress updates. This is NOT an office position; this is a direct care position where you will be providing direct supervision and engagement at a Youth Development Center or Juvenile Detention Center with close proximity to court-ordered youth. Juvenile Justice Officer I's (Youth Counselor Technicians) enjoy annual salary increases with a step pay plan! Your initial salary is based on your total months of related education and experience above the minimum requirements (Associate's degree or total of 24 months or equivalent combination of education and experience). Please list all work experience in order for you to receive maximum credit. This will help determine the correct salary and step for potential candidates. Candidates will only receive credit for experience documented on the state application. Once hired, your pay will continue to increase as you gain more related experience up to step 6 and you may also qualify for other promotional opportunities. There are many opportunities for promotional advancement within Juvenile Justice! As a Youth Counselor Technician Trainee, work will include: Directly monitoring and supervising juveniles while housed, at school, and throughout all daily activities in youth development and youth detention centers. Working closely and having personal and physical contact with juveniles. Monitoring juveniles, maintaining a secure environment, and ensuring compliance with sanitation standards. Completing records daily to include documenting safety violations and security breaches, activity briefing for shift personnel, crisis intervention events, behavioral problems/issues, and youth progress updates. Providing feedback to the treatment team on juveniles. 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. It is expected that Youth Counselor Technician Trainees that perform successfully during their Trainee appointment will be moved into a permanent position as a Youth Counselor Technician. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits, including paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, and health insurance.

Requirements

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application. A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as the highest possible salary.
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. This training is carried out at regional training centers and requires consecutive overnight stays.
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.

Responsibilities

housekeeping
physical and mechanical restraint of juveniles
medication administration
recreational activities
directly monitor and supervise juveniles in both Youth Development Centers and Youth Detention Centers
supervise juveniles while housed, at school, and all daily activities
maintaining a secure environment
routinely monitoring and observing juveniles
maintaining compliance with cleanliness and sanitation standards
provide feedback to the treatment team on juveniles
documenting safety violations and security breaches
activity briefing for shift personnel
crisis intervention events
behavioral problems/issues
youth progress updates