Youth Transport & Counselor Technician (Driver)

State of North Carolina; North Carolina; On-site; USD 31,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $3,000

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Job summary

State of North Carolina is seeking a Youth Counselor Technician to transport and supervise court-involved youth at a Juvenile Development Center or Detention Center. The role combines direct care with transportation duties in a structured, state-government setting.

Salary steps start at $42,512 to $55,317, with annual increases and opportunities for advancement. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is available, and benefits include paid leave, retirement, and health insurance.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or 24 months of related education/experience.
• High school diploma or GED with two years of related human services experience.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide transportation and supervision for juveniles to court hearings and other required destinations.
• Monitor youth in secure custody during court and provide non-secure transportation when not in custody.
• Inspect vehicles regularly and maintain preventative maintenance and inspection schedules.
• Maintain transportation documents; monitor gas, oil, tires; conduct vehicle searches.

Skills

Communication

Education

Associate degree

Two years related education/experience

Job description

State of North Carolina is seeking a Youth Counselor Technician to transport and supervise court-involved youth at a Juvenile Development Center or Detention Center. The role combines direct care with transportation duties in a structured, state-government setting.

Salary steps start at $42,512 to $55,317, with annual increases and opportunities for advancement. A $3,000 sign-on bonus is available, and benefits include paid leave, retirement, and health insurance.