Base: $34,000 starting for trainees; $37,621-$48,9...
Full-time with shift work (day and night shifts, rotating weekends)
Physical restraint of juveniles
Shift work including weekends and holidays
Close personal contact with youth
The Department of Public Safety is seeking a Youth Counselor Technician for its juvenile justice division in Edgecombe County, NC. The role involves directly supervising court-involved youth, ensuring their safety and compliance, and providing support and feedback to treatment teams
Job Summary
The Division of Juvenile Justice is committed to reducing delinquency by effectively intervening, educating, and treating youth to strengthen families and increase public safety.
Positions involve direct supervision of juveniles in Youth Development Centers and Detention Centers, including monitoring them while housed, at school, and during daily activities.
Candidates are eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus, a step pay plan with annual increases up to Step 6, and comprehensive state benefits including retirement and health insurance.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
The Department of Public Safety is seeking a Youth Counselor Technician for its juvenile justice division in Edgecombe County, NC. The role involves directly supervising court-involved youth, ensuring their safety and compliance, and providing support and feedback to treatment teams.
Salary
Base: $34,000 starting for trainees; $37,621-$48,953 for technicians based on steps; Bonus/Equity: $3,000 sign-on bonus; Benefits: State benefits including paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement, and health insurance
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Physical restraint of juveniles
Shift work including weekends and holidays
Close personal contact with youth
Daily record keeping and documentation
Maintaining secure environment
Nice-to-have
Passion for helping court-involved youth
Team-oriented culture
Effective communication skills
Commitment to public safety
Key Requirements
High School Diploma or GED
Minimum age of 20 years
US Citizenship required
Valid driver's license
Juvenile Justice Officer Basic Training certification