Juvenile Court Counselor/Juvenile Court Counselor Trainee- District 10 (Wake County)

Job Summary

Agency: Safety

Division: Dept of Public Safety

Job Classification Title: Juvenile Court Counselor (S)

Grade: NC09

About Us: The Department of Public Safety’s 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 more than 3,000 employees and 12,000 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 Carolina’s 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 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 welcome you to be part of the team.

This posting is for District 10 located in the Central Region of the State of North Carolina, Wake County.

Job Duties

• Receive and process allegations of delinquent and undisciplined behavior.
• Assess the risks and needs of the juvenile to provide for community security and the juvenile’s well‑being.
• Divert from court those youth whose risk levels and needs can be met through diversion plans without formal court intervention.
• Make recommendations to court based on assessments, including secure detention if warranted.
• Provide case management as part of supervision for youths on probation to ensure delivery of appropriate services while ensuring compliance with court orders.
• Provide aftercare, case management, and post‑release supervision to juveniles returning to the community following a commitment to a youth development center.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities / Management Preferences

• Experience navigating complex family dynamics in support of family‑centered care.
• Experience with case management documentation in accordance with professional organizational standards.
• Experience working with socioeconomic psychosocial issues that contribute to at‑risk juveniles.
• Experience using the System of Care approach that addresses factors that may contribute to juvenile delinquency.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:

• Master’s degree from an accredited institution and one year of experience in counseling or working with the juvenile/family client population and/or related human service case management experience.
• or Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and two years of experience in counseling or working with the juvenile/family client population and/or related human service case management experience.

For Trainee Appointment: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.

Work Schedule

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

Benefits

Vacation, twelve paid holidays, paid parental leave, health insurance, disability insurance (short and long term), and dental insurance.

Step Pay Plan

The initial salary is based on related education and experience above the minimum requirements. Pay increases up to step 6, with potential promotion opportunities.

• Step 0: $45,422
• Step 1: $48,374
• Step 2: $51,520
• Step 3: $54,868
• Step 4: $58,435
• Step 5: $62,223
• Step 6: $66,278

Supplemental Information

The North Carolina Department of Public Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces an Employment First philosophy; it complies with all federal and state laws. Applicants may request reasonable accommodation. The department participates in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

EEO Statement

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is 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.