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New Hanover County is Hiring a Youth Intervention Specialist Near Wilmington, NC
Position Information
Previous applicants are encouraged to re-apply for consideration.
New Hanover County is seeking an experienced Human Service professionals to join the Sheriff's Office as a Youth Intervention Specialist. The Youth Intervention Specialist provides professional case management services for clients by arranging assessments, connecting clients and families to community resources, developing case coordination plans, scheduling therapy services, assisting in crisis intervention, and preparing program reports. Duties include providing information about gang awareness by making presentations to schools, courts, and civic groups; providing professional case management services for at-risk youth clients and their families to increase self-sufficiency and overall quality of life; interviewing clients to assess the clients' need for services; preparing and implementing case coordination plans by conducting assessments for clients referred, assessing needs, and developing plans to assist clients and families in reaching identified goals; identifying resources and links clients and their families with community resources and services such as stable housing, medical care, health insurance, employment resources, educational development, and after school programming to meet the basic needs of clients and enhance their level of functioning; making referrals and arranges for transportation of clients; implementing behavior modification techniques to empower youth to be independent, productive members of society and avoid legal and social problems; monitoring and recording progress of case coordination plans through scheduling appointments, conducting school and home visits, and evaluating and updating client goals; scheduling and facilitates group sessions focusing on behavioral awareness and goal development; assisting with individual and family crisis intervention.; preparing reports on the progress of clients and families.; participating in treatment team meetings and serves as a liaison with schools, local human service agencies, courts, law enforcement and doctors.; documenting case records with all information related to the progress of clients and their families.; connecting with organizations in the community to assist clients.; performing work with regular and predictable attendance consistently meeting the scheduling needs as required by the county.; performing work during emergency/disaster situations; performs other duties of a similar nature or level. The New Hanover County Sheriff's Office is the principal law enforcement agency of New Hanover County, providing service to over 200,000 people within 185 square miles. The Sheriff's Office patrols the county, investigates crimes, apprehends criminals, and provides custody or control for arrested defendants, both pre-trial and sentenced. The Sheriff is responsible for courtroom security, service of civil process, transportation of prisoners and mental patients, and service of criminal papers.New Hanover County is dedicated to the recruitment and recognition of a talented and diverse workforce that is committed to public service. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. Supported by the work of our Office of Diversity and Equity, New Hanover County celebrates diversity in our employees' backgrounds, beliefs, identities, and abilities, while supporting growth opportunities for all. Our talented team has a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. The differences that unite us are a reflection of the community we serve. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to join our team at New Hanover County.
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Hours:
-Hours are 10am-6pm Monday - Friday with occasional work events on nights and weekends. -Must be available to report for emergency work assignment during emergency situations.Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-exemptSalary Information: The salary for this position ranges from $51,111 - $86,889.Salary will be determined based on qualifications, internal equity, budget, and market considerations.
New Hanover County offers:
Employer paid 401k contributions;
Retirement plan through the NC Retirement system;
Flex time and telework availability, depending on your position;
Paid sick and personal leave 13 paid holidays per year;
Paid parental leave;
Paid community services leave to give back to our community;
Education leave to obtain a degree within your line of work;
Medical, dental, and vision insurance many other insurance options;
Onsite, employer-paid health and wellness center;
Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives;
Opportunities to make a difference in your community;
And so much more!
Please check out our careers page atwww.nhcgov.com/careers for more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience:
Valid North Carolina Driver's License
Bachelor's Degree in a Human Services field
Two (2) years of experience working in a similar structured setting as the job duties listed above
or an equivalent combination of education and experience (Associate's degree 4 years of experience OR High school Diploma 6 years of experience)
What will make your application stand out:
Bilingual in English and Spanish
Licenses/Certifications
Required Licenses/Certifications:
Valid North Carolina Driver's License
New Hanover County is an equal opportunity employer.