Youth Counselor- Chatham

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Chatham County, NC, United States
Base: $41,558-$54,078; bonus/equity: 10% shift pre...
On-site
Monitor and supervise juveniles
Maintain a secure environment
Provide counseling and therapeutic intervention
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

Job Summary

  • 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.
  • The Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention is committed to the reduction and prevention of juvenile delinquency by effectively intervening, educating and treating youth in order to strengthen families and increase public safety.
  • The State of North Carolina provides work/life balance, a team-oriented culture, opportunities for advancement, and interesting work.

Matching Summary

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.

Salary

Base: $41,558-$54,078; Bonus/Equity: 10% shift premium; Benefits: State Benefits

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Monitor and supervise juveniles
  • Maintain a secure environment
  • Provide counseling and therapeutic intervention
  • Utilize crisis intervention techniques
  • Physical and mechanical restraints
  • Medication administration

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of adolescent development
  • Experience with multidisciplinary service team
  • Experience working with minority groups

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree and two years of experience
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Must be at least 20 years of age
  • Must be a US citizen
  • Valid driver's license
  • Pass criminal background check
  • Pass drug screening test
  • Pass psychological test
  • Pass sexual risk screening test
  • Pass physical (vision and hearing)

Work Rights

Not specified

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