Cabarrus Hiring Event Youth Services Behavioral Specialist - Wednesday, October 7, 2026, from 9:00am - 3:30pm

State of North Carolina•Cabarrus County, NC

5d•Onsite

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. This is a hiring event for Juvenile Justice Officer II positions, focusing on candidates passionate about helping court-involved youth. The Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention is committed to reducing and preventing juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating, and treating youth to strengthen families and increase public safety. The State of North Carolina offers work/life balance, a team-oriented culture, opportunities for advancement, and interesting work for those looking to serve others.

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.
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
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.

Nice To Haves

Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with people.

Responsibilities

Providing direct supervision and engagement at a Youth Development Center or a Juvenile Detention Center with close proximity to court-ordered youth.
Physically restraining juveniles and defending self after being properly trained by the department.
Working shift work, including weekends and holidays on a rotating basis.
Working on a variable work schedule to meet the needs of juveniles and their families.
Attending and successfully completing and passing the Juvenile Justice Officer Basic Training certification program, which requires four weeks of classroom and physically demanding training with consecutive overnight stays.