Juvenile Court Counselor​/Juvenile Court Counselor Trainee- District ; Cumberland

Position: Juvenile Court Counselor/Juvenile Court Counselor Trainee- District 12 (Cumberland County)
## Juvenile Court Counselor/Juvenile Court Counselor Trainee
- District 12 (Cumberland County)
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Cumberland County, NCtime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todaytime left to apply:
End Date:
July 17, 2026 (6 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR-119759
** Agency
* * Safety
* * Division
* * Dept of Public Safety
** Job Classification Title
** Juvenile Court Counselor (S)
** Position Number
**** 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 our 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 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 welcome you to be part of the team.
The State of North Carolina provides work/life balance, a team-oriented culture,   opportunities for advancement, and interesting work. If you are looking to serve   others, this is the place for you     This posting is for District 12 located in the Central Region of the State of North   Carolina. District 12 is in Cumberland County.

Job Duties:

Juvenile Court Services provides intake and supervision services for   undisciplined and delinquent juveniles within a continuum of services that   provides care and control. Juvenile Court Services staff members:
-receive and process allegations of delinquent and undisciplined behavior.
assess the risks and needs of the juvenile in order to provide for the security of   the community 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 that can include secure   detention, if warranted.
-provide case management as part of supervision, for youths on probation to   assure the delivery of appropriate services while assuring compliance with court orders; and   
-provide aftercare, case management and post-release supervision to juveniles   returning to the community following a commitment to a youth development   center.
** Knowledge

Skills and Abilities

/Management Preferences
**** Salary Range: $39,671-$69,426
**** DPS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the
**** State Human Resources Act
**** with the most qualified individuals.
**** The

Minimum Education and Experience (E&E) are REQUIRED to qualify for this position.
**** All work history and education (including accurate dates of employment/attendance) must be documented on the application. Supplemental Questions are also a required part of the application: answers must reference education or work experience listed on the application**.
** A complete, all-inclusive application maximizes an applicant’s potential to qualify for the position, as well as the highest possible salary. Salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.
**** State Government Application Resources | NC Office of Human Resource
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* * Management Preference:
** These skills are not required but managers may choose to interview/select applicants who demonstrate Management Preferences.
* Experience navigating complex family dynamics in support of family-centered care.
* Experience with case management documentation in…