Virtual Hiring Event - Cabarrus YDC/JDC Youth Services Behavioral Specialist- February 11, 2026 from 9:00am-4:00pm

State of North Carolina

9d•$38,859 - $50,563

About The Position

Virtual Hiring Event for Cabarrus Youth Development Center and Juvenile Detention Center - Juvenile Justice Officer II- IMMEDIATE HIRE FOR MULTIPLE POSITIONS! 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

This event is VIRTUAL and for SCHEDULED INTERVIEWS ONLY. Qualified applicants will be sent a link to complete pre-hire paperwork and schedule an interview prior to February 11.
Virtual Interviews will be conducted on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, from 9:00am to 4:00pm.
These positions will be located at: Cabarrus Youth Development Center 850 Holshouser Road, Concord, N.C. 28027
Shift work is required for these positions.
Weekend and holiday shifts required.
Candidates for these positions are eligible to receive a shift premium (10%) when assigned to either 2nd or 3rd shift.
This job classification also qualifies for the employee Referral Bonus program. If you were referred to this job posting by a current DPS employee, and you are hired, that employee could qualify for a referral bonus.
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.
Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
Please note: 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.
The physical demands for this position will be discussed during the interview.
To be eligible for a sign-on bonus, the candidate must not have worked as a probationary, permanent, or time-limited employee in the last 12 months as an employee in North Carolina state government subject to the State Human Resources Act.
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 a Juvenile Detention Center with close proximity to court-ordered youth.
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.
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 establish and maintain positive working relationships with people.

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.

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