Youth Counselor Supervisor- Cabarrus YDC

Agency

Safety

Division

Dept of Public Safety

Job Classification Title

Youth Counselor Supervisor (NS)

Position Number

Grade

NC09

About Us

The Department of Public Safetys 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. Our agency houses many public safety divisions including Emergency Management Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Alcohol Law Enforcement Samarcand Training Academy and the North Carolina National Guard. Join us along with our more than 3000 employees and 12000 National Guard members in providing exceptional public safety services to the citizens of North Carolina.

Description of Work

We are looking for candidates who have a passion for helping court-involved youth. We are Working Together to Strengthen North Carolinas Youth and Families!

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. If you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of North Carolinas youth we welcome you to be part of the team.

The State of North Carolina provides work/life balance a team-oriented culture opportunities for advancement and interesting work. If you are looking to serve others this is the place for you

Job Duties:

This position will serve as a shift / unit supervisor providing supervision to staff. Position is responsible for and will provide cross supervision for facility operations when serving as the only supervisor on duty. As a supervisor work will include responsibility for coordinating workflow and balancing workloads. Work also includes responsibility for training staff or making arrangements for formal training planning their development resolving problems and supervising staff through case review and consultation to ensure compliance with standards policies and treatment plans and that quality services are provided. Position will be responsible for planning and reviewing program and service needs with staff and formulating goals and objectives for services as well as providing input to the facility director and clinical staff on short- and long-term service needs.

Position will participate in the interview and selection process making recommendations on hiring decisions. The position will be responsible for performance management planning and evaluation of staff supervised and will make recommendations for disciplinary action. Other administrative responsibilities include implementing and monitoring performance-based standards established by the Council for Juvenile Correctional Administrators conducting security inspections maintenance checks and completing related forms and documentation.

**Must have the ability to carry out specialized programming and provide intense supervision in a specialized unit.

**Candidate MUST have a valid North Carolina drivers license

Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences

Salary Range: $39671-$69426

Grade: NC09

DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to theState Human Resources Actwith the most qualified individuals.

The Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) are REQUIRED to qualify for this position. All work history and education (includingaccurate dates of employment/attendance)must be documented on the application.Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application.A complete all-inclusive application maximizes an applicants potential to qualify for the position as well as the highest possible salary. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.State Government Application Resources NC Office of Human Resources

Management Preference:These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.

• Demonstrated experience of individual and group behavior.

• Demonstrated experience with crisis intervention counseling approaches.

• Demonstrated experience communicating with staff at all levels to provide expectations that align with agency core values.

• Demonstrated experience working with minority group cultures.

Please note:You must be physically capable of applying the proper methods and procedures to physically restrain juveniles and defend self after being properly training by the department. The physical demands for this position will be discussed during the interview.

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time position. Shifts will vary depending on the facility. Shifts may include weekends and holidays.

Benefits:

This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) withState Benefits including paid vacation paid sick leave paid holidays retirement and health insurance. To view an example of total compensation please click hereNC OSHR: Total Compensation Calculator

Minimum Education and Experience

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an equivalent combination of education and experience. If that language appears below then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Bachelors degree from an appropriately accredited institution and three years of experience working with the juvenile/family client population and/or related human services experience;

or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Necessary Special Requirements Applicants for positions designated as Juvenile Justice Officers are subject to and must meet the hiring and training standards established by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission as defined in Title 12 Chapter 9 of the NC Administrative Code by the statutory authority of GS 17C.

Selected applicant must attend and successfully complete and pass the Juvenile Justice Officer Basic Training certification program. The certification requires four weeks to complete and is comprised of classroom and physically demanding training. This training is carried out at regional training centers and requires consecutive overnight addition the selected candidate must:

Have or be able to obtain required documentation for certification as a Juvenile Justice Officer (i.e. a diploma).

Pass a Criminal Background check

Pass a Drug Screening test

Pass a Psychological test

Pass a Sexual Risk Screening test

Pass a Physical (to include Vision and Hearing)

Be a US citizen

Be at least 20 years of age

Have a valid drivers license

Click here to learn more about the requirements forJuvenile Justice Officer & Juvenile Court Counselor Certification.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination harassment or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy childbirth or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs observances and practices.

Recruiter:

Kassia Elizabeth White

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