Youth Counselor Technician (Juvenile Justice Officer I)- Wake JDC
About The Position
The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of the people of North Carolina through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor. Our agency houses many public safety divisions, including Emergency Management, Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Alcohol Law Enforcement, Samarcand Training Academy, and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina. We are looking for candidates who have a passion for helping court-involved youth. 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
- Must be physically capable of applying the proper methods and procedures to physically restrain juveniles and defend self after being properly trained by the department.
- Must 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
- 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.
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
- Maintain a secure environment
- Routinely monitor and observe juveniles
- Maintain compliance with cleanliness and sanitation standards
- Provide feedback to the treatment team on juveniles
- Complete daily records including documenting safety violations and security breaches, activity briefing for shift personnel, crisis intervention events, behavioral problems/issues, and youth progress updates
Benefits
- Work/life balance
- Team-oriented culture
- Opportunities for advancement
- Shift premium (10%) when assigned to either 2nd or 3rd shift
- Sign-On Bonus of $3,000.00
- Employee Referral Bonus program
- Paid training
- State benefits
- Clear path for advancement
- Annual salary increases with a step pay plan
- Continued professional development
- In-service trainings and workshops
- Paid vacation
- Paid sick leave
- Paid holidays
- Retirement
- Health insurance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
