This posting is for multiple vacancies within the Western Region.
These are full-time position (40 hours per week) with State Benefits.
About the Juvenile Court Counselor Position: Juvenile Court Counselors fulfill a vital role in the development and delinquency prevention of juveniles within the State of North Carolina. Individuals who serve in this role work daily with juveniles and families to assess needs and create treatment plans, monitor the progress of both the juvenile and their families' through the treatment plan, maintain contact with and provide human services and support services, serve as officers of the court, facilitate transitional, post-release, re-entry, and continuing treatment services and care, and participate in planning future plans and services for the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Division as a whole. Learn more about working in a Juvenile Court Counselor position, including job duties, certification requirements, pay plan information, and how to apply for positions as either a Trainee or Juvenile Court Counselor, please click here.
About the Division of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention:
Gaining progressively complex exposure to the juvenile justice field, court proceedings, case management, system(s)of care. and areas related to juvenile and family dynamics and wellbeing
Opportunities to receive certifications in the trainee's field of work
Shadowing other Juvenile Court Counselors performing their duties and working on their caseloads
Coordinating services for juveniles and families
Preparing and presenting court recommendations
Developing skills and confidence to carry a caseload and perform the job duties of a Juvenile Court Counselor independently
Trainee appointments include participating in a 6 to 24-month training progression, in which trainees are assigned to a progressive career development program under supervision which is designed to ensure trainees develop an overall understanding of their role and its impact over time. The trainee appointment for the Juvenile Court Counselor follows a step progression pay plan. Pay increases follow the following timeline:
Minimum starting pay (Bachelor's degree only) $40,000
6 months into training program - $41,000
12 months into training program - $42,025
18 months into training program - $43,075
24 months into training program - $ Determined by Internal Equity
*$42,025 is the starting salary for applicants with related Master's degree.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 Carolina's youth, we would welcome you to be part of the team. To learn more about Juvenile Justice, please go to this LINK.
About the North Carolina Department of Public Safety (NC DPS):Management Preferences:
Experience with public speaking
Experience applying different counseling approaches and crisis intervention practices to a variety of situations
Knowledge of and/or experience with case management practices
Knowledge of and/or experience working with a system of care
Bachelor's degree from an an appropriately accredited institution;
Applications for this position will be accepted 90 days before graduation from a degree program.
If your degree is currently in progress, or your degree major is not in one of the above fields, please attach an unofficial transcript to your application for the Juvenile Court Counselor position to receive credit for all related courses.
The North Carolina Department of Public Safety (DPS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer who embraces an Employment First philosophy which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws and Executive Orders. We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.
DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals. Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive information. Information should be provided in the appropriate areas to include the beginning and ending dates of jobs worked, education with the date graduated, all work experience, and certificates / licenses. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application. Answers to Supplemental Questions must refer to education or work experience listed on this application to receive credit. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account and click "Application Status." If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by management. If you are no longer under consideration, you will receive an email notification.
For technical issues with your application, please call the GovernmentJobs.com Applicant Support Help Line at 855-524-5627. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact Gina Riccio at gina.riccio@ncdps.gov
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