Youth Services Behavioral Specialist (Juvenile Justice Officer II) - Cumberland JDC

State of North Carolina

3d • 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

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an appropriately accredited institution; or High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and four 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.
• 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 establish and maintain positive working relationships with people.

Responsibilities

• Youth Services Behavioral Specialist helps to implement individual and group treatment plans to affect behavioral changes required for youthful offender rehabilitation while providing security, controlling and maintaining custody and safeguarding juveniles from each other.

Benefits

• Various option packages will enhance your quality of life, health, wellness, and future.
• Some examples are Vacation, twelve Paid Holidays and Paid Parental Leave as well as Health Insurance, Disability (Short and Long Term) Insurance and Dental Insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level