Youth Counselor Technician (juvenile Justice Officer I)- Edgecombe Ydc

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Edgecombe, NC, US
Base: $34,000 (trainee) to $48,953 (step 6); bonus...
Physical restraint of juveniles
Shift work including weekends
Close personal contact with youth
The Division of Juvenile Justice is committed to reducing delinquency by effectively intervening, educating, and treating youth to strengthen families

Job Summary

  • The Division of Juvenile Justice is committed to reducing delinquency by effectively intervening, educating, and treating youth to strengthen families.
  • This direct care position requires daily monitoring of juveniles, completing records on safety violations, and providing feedback to the treatment team.
  • Candidates are eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus and a step pay plan with annual salary increases up to Step 6.

Matching Summary

The Division of Juvenile Justice is committed to reducing delinquency by effectively intervening, educating, and treating youth to strengthen families.

Salary

Base: $34,000 (Trainee) to $48,953 (Step 6); Bonus: $3,000 sign-on; Benefits: State benefits including vacation, sick leave, retirement, health insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Physical restraint of juveniles
  • Shift work including weekends
  • Close personal contact with youth
  • Daily record documentation
  • Maintain secure environment

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for helping youth
  • Team-oriented culture
  • Effective communication skills

Key Requirements

  • US citizenship required
  • Age 20 or older
  • High school diploma or GED
  • Valid driver's license
  • Juvenile Justice Officer certification
  • Pass criminal background check
  • Pass drug screening test
  • Pass psychological test
  • Pass physical exam

Work Rights

Must be a US citizen

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