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State of North Carolina

Public sector employer delivering state services

Juvenile Detention Center Supervisor

Residential & Direct SupportPosted on Nov 13
Full-timeNorth Carolina, USA$41.7k - $72.9kIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience working with the juvenile/family client population and/or related human services experience, including one year in a secure or residential treatment facility; alternatively, an associate degree and four years of relevant experience, including one year in a secure or residential treatment facility; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Must have or be able to obtain required documentation for Juvenile Justice Officer certification, such as a diploma.
  • Must pass a criminal background check, drug screening test, psychological test, sexual risk screening test, and physical examination including vision and hearing.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen, at least 20 years old, and have a valid driver's license upon hire.
  • Must meet the hiring and training standards established by the North Carolina Criminal Justice Education and Training Standards Commission for Juvenile Justice Officers.
  • Selected applicants must attend and successfully complete the Juvenile Justice Officer Basic Training certification program, which requires three weeks of classroom and physically demanding training with consecutive overnight stays at regional training centers.

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct supervision to direct care staff responsible for the safety and security of pre- and post-adjudicated delinquents, status offenders, and juveniles bound over to Superior Court.
  • Provide direct supervision to juveniles.
  • Assist in hiring staff, training and orienting new employees, assigning work, and managing performance.
  • Ensure staff meet and maintain certification requirements and comply with policies and procedures.
  • Work on-call hours, weekends, and holidays on a rotating basis to meet the needs of juveniles and their families.

Desired Qualifications

  • Knowledge of institutional programming techniques for delinquent juveniles.
  • Knowledge of various treatment and rehabilitative modalities.
  • Experience working with juveniles.
  • Experience establishing rapport with a variety of treatment professionals.

About the Company

State of North Carolina

Public sector employer delivering state services

North Carolina State Government employs over 81,000 people across agencies and universities to deliver public services in areas like arts, transportation, IT, environment, public safety, and healthcare. Its offerings are public-sector careers and programs that serve residents and visitors. It differs from private competitors by being a state-run institution with a broad, unified mission and government-funded services, offering benefits and advancement within a public framework. The goal is to provide reliable public services, strengthen communities, grow the economy, invest in public schools, and raise middle-class incomes.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Raleigh, NC
Founded
1789

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