Program Assistant - Prevention Planning | Community Service & Restitution

New Hanover County is hiring 2 dedicated Program Assistants for the Community Justice Services department. One with the Prevention Program and one with the Community Service & Restitution program. These positions will operate in various environments to include: working in an office setting, partial telework, and working alongside youth in a school setting and in the community.

Duties in Prevention Program include

• Assisting with the activities of the prevention programs.
• Providing the programs in high schools or community centers.
• Assisting in outreach and recruitment for the program through community networking.
• Addressing inquiries of the public regarding the operations and activities of programs and services available through the department.
• Assisting with the preparation and compilation of reports and related documents detailing department programs and activities and as mandated by Federal, State, and County guidelines.

Duties in the Community Service & Restitution Program include

• Supervision of at risk youth to include assisting participants to successfully complete their community service commitment either through direct supervision at community activities or remote service learning.
• The assistant will also monitor community service work sites, and assist with training at risk youth on basic job skills both at the work site and throughout the community.
• Assist in the development of new and/or potential community service opportunities for youth.
• Participate in chart documentation as related to the program activities.
• Address inquiries of the public regarding the operations and activities of programs and services available through the department.
• Assist with the preparation and compilation of reports and related documents detailing department programs and activities and as mandated by Federal, State, County, and JCPC guidelines.
  

The Community Justice Services department provides an array of prevention and intervention programs and services targeted at preventing and reducing crime risk for the at-risk, diverted and offender populations through our Youth Empowerment Services and Adult Enhancement Services Divisions. Our citizen-focused team is comprised of 39 dedicated professionals who work with youth, adults and families to increase the likelihood that they will become productive members of society. This department is a part of a dynamic, professional county organization with a clear vision as a vibrant, prosperous, diverse coastal community, committed to building a sustainable future for generations to come. Ideal candidates will have excellent customer service, communication and inter-personal skills to interact with various groups of people including criminal defendants, families, attorneys, judges, co-workers and supervisor; excellent computer skills, the ability to problem solve and make critical decisions and above all, an overwhelming desire to serve the citizens of our county

New Hanover County strives to hire the best and the brightest employees who are committed to public service. Our employees enjoy an innovative, energetic and employee-focused work environment with top down support that embraces bottom up ideas and engagement. Our talented team of professionals have a passion for providing care and services that effect change on the everyday lives of the citizens they encounter. Our shared values of professionalism, innovation, integrity, stewardship and accountability guide the way we conduct ourselves and deliver services to our customers. If this sounds like an organization that models the values you uphold, we invite you to come and be a part of the exciting, healthy and progressive team at New Hanover County.

• 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 service 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!

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) and two years of experience related to the program area of assignment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Valid North Carolina Driver's License.

The Community Service & Restitution position is 100% grant funded and is expected to last according to the availability of funds and/or needs of the department.

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