***cabarrus Hiring Event*** - Youth Counselor - Tuesday, June 9, 2026 From 9:00am To 3:30pm.

State of North Carolina

Concord, NC, US
Base: $41,558 to $54,078 based on steps; bonus: sh...
Monitor and supervise juveniles daily
Document safety violations and breaches
Provide therapeutic interventions
The Department of Public Safety is seeking candidates with a passion for helping court-involved youth to safeguard lives through preparation and protection

Job Summary

  • The Department of Public Safety is seeking candidates with a passion for helping court-involved youth to safeguard lives through preparation and protection.
  • Youth Counselors are responsible for maintaining a secure environment, documenting behavioral issues, and implementing individual treatment plans to effect positive changes.
  • This full-time position offers a step pay plan with annual salary increases, state benefits including health insurance and retirement, and eligibility for shift premiums.

Matching Summary

The Department of Public Safety is seeking candidates with a passion for helping court-involved youth to safeguard lives through preparation and protection.

Salary

Base: $41,558 to $54,078 based on steps; Bonus: Shift premium (10%) for 2nd/3rd shift; Benefits: State benefits including vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement, and health insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Monitor and supervise juveniles daily
  • Document safety violations and breaches
  • Provide therapeutic interventions
  • Administer physical restraints safely
  • Work rotating weekend and holiday shifts

Nice-to-have

  • Demonstrated knowledge of adolescent development
  • Experience with minority groups
  • Multidisciplinary service team experience
  • Crisis intervention techniques
  • Counseling skills for youth

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Two years related experience or equivalent
  • Physical capability to apply restraints
  • Pass PREA background check
  • Submit fingerprints for criminal history check

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