medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, long term disability, 401(k), retirement plan
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Position Information
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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. This position provides professional case management services for at risk youth clients and families who are referred into the ELEMENTS program.
Duties include preparing and implementing case coordination plans by assessing needs and developing a plan of care to assist clients and families in reaching identified goals; identifying and linking 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; implementing effective and appropriate behavior modification techniques based on established goals; monitoring and recording progress of case coordination plans; evaluating and updating client goals; scheduling and facilitating group therapy, prevention and intervention sessions; assisting with individual and family crisis intervention; preparing reports on the progress of clients and families; participating in treatment team meetings; documenting case records; assisting Gang Detectives, Juvenile Detectives, School Resource Officers and other law enforcement personnel; attending community events and making presentations to schools, courts, and civic groups about gang awareness.
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-exempt
Salary 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 at
www.nhcgov.com/careers
for more information on why New Hanover County is a great place to work.
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Qualifications
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Required Education and Experience:
- 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
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Licenses/Certifications
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Required Licenses/Certifications:
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New Hanover County
See Position Description
Jun 02, 2025