Rockingham Hiring Event* Youth Counselor Technician - June 18, 2026, from 9:00am to 3:30pm

Agency Department of Public Safety Division Juvenile Justice & Delinquency Prevention Job Title Youth Counselor Technician (S) Location Rockingham Youth Development Center, 424 Elliot Rd., Reidsville, NC 27320 Job Overview Daily responsibilities include housing, supervising, and providing support to court‑involved juveniles. Duties include housekeeping, supervising in both Youth Development Centers and Youth Detention Centers, providing recreational activities, and monitoring juveniles at school and during all daily activities. Key Responsibilities Housekeeping and environmental maintenance. Safely restraining juveniles when necessary and physically and mechanically restraining. Administering medication as directed. Planning and supervising recreational activities. Monitoring juveniles at school and during daily activities. Maintaining a secure environment and compliance with cleanliness and sanitation standards. Documenting safety violations, security breaches, crisis intervention events, behavioral problems/issues, and youth progress updates. Providing feedback to the treatment team on juveniles. Qualifications Education: Associate’s degree or high school/GED with two years of related human services experience, or an equivalent combination. Experience: Direct supervision of juveniles in a youth development or detention setting. Physical: Ability to physically restrain juveniles and defend self upon proper training by the department. Benefits Shift premium 10% on 2nd or 3rd shift. State benefits: paid vacation, paid sick leave, paid holidays, retirement, health insurance. Sign‑on bonus $3,000.00 (subject to eligibility). Step pay progression up to Step 6; initial salary based on experience and education. Additional Information The position includes a trainee program for candidates who do not yet meet the education or experience requirements. The trainee program lasts 6 to 24 months and includes progressive training and pay increases. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is dedicated to providing 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, pregnancy-related limitations, and religious beliefs. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Voluntary Protection Programs Participants' Association, Inc