Youth Program Education Assistant I/Asst. Team Leader (Sampson County) - Temporary

State Human Resources; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy program in North Carolina seeks a Youth Program/Education Assistant I (S) to mentor, advise, and teach cadets while upholding program standards. The role acts as front-line supervisor for academy life and documents incidents during shifts.

The position focuses on guiding 16–18 year olds, identifying behavior issues, and ensuring a safe, structured environment as part of a temporary assignment with responsibilities including documentation and reporting.

Qualifications

• Mentor, advisor, counselor, and teacher to cadets.
• Experience in youth mentoring and education preferred.
• Ability to maintain program standards and expectations.

Responsibilities

• Mentor, advisor, and teacher for the Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy program.
• Front-line supervisor for all aspects of academy life.
• Document occurrences and brief follow-on shifts on any issues.
• Identify factors leading to inappropriate behavior and take corrective action.
• Maintain a safe environment for 16–18 year olds attending the program.

Skills

Mentoring

Teaching

Counseling

Supervision

Education

Associate's degree in human services or related degree

High school diploma or GED with 2 years related experience

Equivalency through education/experience

Job description

Agency Office of State Human Resources Division Temporary Solutions Job Classification Title Youth Program/Education Assistant I (S) Position Number Grade MH05

About Us To provide a solid Human Resource management foundation, responsible oversight, and creative solutions through a collaborative approach with all stakeholders to maximize the potential of our greatest asset - OUR EMPLOYEES.

Description of Work

• This is a temporary position and there are no leave or retirement benefits offered with this position.
• Temporary employees who work an annual average of 30 or more hours per week may be eligible for health insurance coverage under the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP).
• For more information on Health Benefits offered visit www.shpnc.org.
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• Note: Permanent and time-limited NC State Government employees must separate from their permanent or time-limited position in order to work in a temporary position.
• All temporary employees are limited to one NC State Government temporary assignment at a time.
• Job Order Hourly Rate of Pay: $15.00 (Based on education and/or years of relevant work experience reflected on the application)
• Positions will be assigned to the Department of Public Safety - National Guard- Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy (TCA).
• Employee works collaboratively to assure a safe environment for 16-18 year olds who are attending the Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy Program.
• Position functions as a mentor, advisor, counselor and teacher while communicating the program standards and expectations to the cadets.
• Employee identifies factors that could lead to inappropriate behavior and make immediate corrections.
• Position has the most interaction with the cadets and serves as the front line supervisor responsible for all aspects of academy life.
• Responsible for documenting occurrences during shift and briefing follow on shifts concerning any problems or issues.
• Position initiates counseling statement/incident reports as needed to document inappropriate behavior.
• Effective July 1, 2025, candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they have the minimum education and experience listed from the class specification.

Management Preferences

• Experience with teaching, coaching and mentoring 16-18-year-old at-risk youth
• Experience observing, assessing and collecting data associated with at-risk youth behavior (failing to follow instructions, altercations with other cadets, disrespecting adult leaders and/or peers)
• Experience in organizing and/or leading groups for training or service projects

Minimum Education and Experience

• Associate's degree in human services or related degree from an appropriately accredited institution;
• High school or General Educational Development (GED) diploma and two years of directly related experience;
• an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Special Qualifications

• As required by facility, CPR certification and listing as a Nurse Aide I or Nurse Aide II by the NC Division of Health Service Regulation required prior to providing direct patient care.

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.

Employment Information

North Carolina State Government is one of the state's largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services. Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources' website. Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast.

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Valuing Education and Experience The State of North Carolina values the knowledge and experience of our jobseekers and current state employees. Approximately 91 percent of state job classifications allow experience to be substituted for education or do not require a post-secondary degree. Learn more about how you may qualify for a position through education or directly related experience, or a combination of both, with the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide.