***rockingham Hiring Event*** Youth Services Behavioral Specialist- April 21,2026, From 9:00am-3:30pm

dac.nc.gov

Reidsville, NC, US
Base: $38,859 to $50,563 annually based on step py...
Direct care with court-involved youth
Shift work including weekends and holidays
Ability to physically restrain juveniles
The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of North Carolina citizens through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor

Job Summary

  • The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of North Carolina citizens through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor.
  • This role involves working directly with court-involved youth to reduce and prevent juvenile delinquency by intervening, educating, and treating youth to strengthen families and increase public safety.
  • Employees enjoy benefits including a $3,000 sign-on bonus, step pay plan with annual salary increases, paid holidays, health insurance, and opportunities for promotional advancement.

Matching Summary

The Department of Public Safety's mission is to safeguard and preserve the lives and property of North Carolina citizens through preparation, prevention, and protection with integrity and honor.

Salary

Base: $38,859 to $50,563 annually based on step pay plan; Bonus/Equity: $3,000 sign-on bonus; Benefits: Vacation, paid holidays, health, dental, disability insurance

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct care with court-involved youth
  • Shift work including weekends and holidays
  • Ability to physically restrain juveniles
  • Work at Youth Development or Detention Center
  • Pass criminal and drug screenings

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to establish positive working relationships
  • Team-oriented culture
  • Opportunities for advancement
  • Work/life balance

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
  • Juvenile Justice Officer Basic Training certification
  • Must be at least 20 years old
  • Valid driver’s license
  • US citizenship required
  • Pass criminal background, psychological, drug, sexual risk, and physical tests

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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