Juvenile Court Counselor- District 13

North Carolina Department of Public Safety; North Carolina; On-site; USD 45,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety is seeking a Juvenile Court Counselor for District 13. This full-time role involves providing case management and counseling to court-involved youth, ensuring compliance with court orders. Candidates should have a Master's or Bachelor's degree with relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary based on education and experience, along with state benefits.

Benefits

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Holidays

Retirement

Health insurance

Referral bonus program

Qualifications

• Master's degree and 1 year of relevant experience, or Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience.
• Experience with adolescent development strategies and case management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide case management services and counseling to juveniles.
• Ensure compliance with court-ordered dispositions.
• Drive a state vehicle as required.

Skills

Adolescent development strategies

Case management

Public speaking

Counseling approaches

System of care experience

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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Description of Work

We are looking for candidates who have a passion for helping court-involved youth.

Working Together to Strengthen North Carolina’s Youth and Families!

This posting is for District 13 (Brunswick County) located in the Central Region of North Carolina.

Job duties for this position require driving a state vehicle. A valid driver’s license must be obtained by date of hire.

What are the duties of a Juvenile Court Counselor?

Juvenile Court Counselors provide case management services, counseling, and supervision of adjudicated or delinquent juveniles to ensure compliance with court-ordered dispositions. For a more comprehensive list of duties, please click here.

NEW STEP PAY PLAN!

Juvenile Court Counselors enjoy annual salary increases with a step pay plan! Your initial salary is based on your total months of related education and experience above the minimum requirements for this position (Master's degree and 12 months or Bachelor's degree and 24 months). Please list all work experience to receive maximum credit. This will help determine the correct salary and step for potential candidates. Candidates will only receive credit for experience documented on the state application. Once hired, your pay will continue to increase as you gain more related experience up to step 6, and you may also qualify for other promotional opportunities. There are many opportunities for advancement within Juvenile Justice!

Salary steps are based on months of related education and experience above the minimum requirement, ranging from $45,422 to $66,278.

Work Schedule:

This is a full-time position. Work hours are Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm, with on-call hours, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis. Flexibility is required to meet the needs of juveniles and their families.

Benefits:

This position offers state benefits, including paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, retirement, and health insurance. For total compensation details, click here.

Referral Bonus Program:

This position qualifies for the employee referral bonus program. Referred employees and referring employees may be eligible for bonuses.

About the Division of Juvenile Justice:

The Division is committed to reducing juvenile delinquency through intervention, education, and treatment to strengthen families and increase safety. Learn more here.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Applicants must meet the minimum education and experience requirements, including documented work history and education on the application. Supplemental questions must reference your experience. Ensure your application is complete to maximize your qualifications and salary potential.

Qualifications include experience with adolescent development strategies, case management, and addressing factors contributing to juvenile delinquency. Management preferences include public speaking, counseling approaches, and system of care experience.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Master's degree and 1 year of relevant experience, or
• Bachelor's degree and 2 years of relevant experience.

Applicants for Juvenile Justice Officer roles must meet additional training and certification standards, including passing a comprehensive background check, drug screening, psychological and physical tests, and attending a 4-week training program.

Additional documentation, such as transcripts, military service records, and background checks, are required for specific preferences and eligibility.

For application support, contact Kassia White at [e-mail]. To check application status, log into your Government Jobs account.