Top 45 Juvenile justice Jobs in South Carolina

Associate Deputy of Facility Management - MEDC/UEDC/CEDC
State of South Carolina —Richland County, SC
- $79,600 - $143,300 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Driver's License
- Travel
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Detention Deputy Juvenile - 6/18/2026
Charleston County —North Charleston, SC
- $23.30 - $27.39 an hour
- Overtime
- No experience needed
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Youth Data and Evaluation Manager
One80 Place —Columbia, SC
- $66,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
7d
Family Intervention Specialist - Greenville, SC
Youth Villages, Inc —Greenville, SC
- $58,000 - $63,000 a year
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
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Mental Health Professional
Evidence Based Associates —Greenville, SC
- $51,993 - $73,494 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Psychology
- Social Work
Captain - UEDC
State of South Carolina —Union County, SC
- $61,800 - $83,400 a year
- Overtime
- Military
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Security Response Officer
State of South Carolina —Richland County, SC
- $53,300 - $66,600 a year
- Full-time
- Military
- Pass drug screening
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Foster Care Recertification Specialist
Mentor Community Services —Columbia, SC
- $52,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
Lieutenant
State of South Carolina —Richland County, SC
- $53,300 - $66,600 a year
- Overtime
- Military
- Sanitation
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
2h
Training Instructor - Security & Operations
State of South Carolina —Richland County, SC
- $45,300 - $77,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Office of Highway Safety and Justice Programs - Administrative Coordinator I - (60019015)
State of South Carolina —Richland County, SC
- $39,300 - $66,800 a year
- Monday to Friday
- Mid-level
- Office
- High school diploma or GED
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Lieutenant - CEDC
State of South Carolina —Dorchester County, SC
- $53,300 - $66,600 a year
- Overtime
- Military
- Sanitation
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Youth Care Specialist Supervisor - AMIKids Gateways
AMIkids Inc. —Columbia, SC
- On call
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel reimbursement
- AD&D insurance
Quick Apply
Supervisor, Youth Care Specialist - AMIKids Aspen
AMIkids Inc. —Columbia, SC
- On call
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Travel reimbursement
- AD&D insurance
Quick Apply
Clinical Chaplain II - CEDC
State of South Carolina —Dorchester County, SC
- $45,300 - $77,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Under 1 year
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Captain - MEDC
State of South Carolina —Richland County, SC
- $61,800 - $83,400 a year
- Overtime
- Military
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Part-Time Family Resource Specialist
Landmarks for Families —North Charleston, SC
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Experience working with children
Quick Apply
Evening Shift Residential Counselor
Generations Group —Fountain Inn, SC
- Email
- In person
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older
Community Service Specialist - Sumter
State of South Carolina —Sumter County, SC
- $30,700 - $39,900 a year
- Full-time
- Word processing
- Office
- Administrative experience
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
12d
Weekend ONLY – Day Shift Residential Counselor
Generations Group —Fountain Inn, SC
- Email
- In person
- Residential
- High school diploma or GED
- 21 years or older

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Associate Deputy of Facility Management - MEDC/UEDC/CEDC

State of South Carolina -
Richland County, SC

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Job Details

Full-time
$79,600 - $143,300 a year

Benefits

Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Flexible spending account
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Employee discount
Loan forgiveness
Flexible schedule
Life insurance
Prescription drug insurance

Qualifications

Behavioral interventions
Strategic goal setting
Trauma-sensitive practices
Program design
Program management
Social service program performance evaluation
Safety regulations
Performance management strategy
Social service program staff supervision
Metrics Reporting
Team development
Juvenile justice system
Driver's License
Social service program quality assurance
Conflict management
Juvenile justice law
Adolescents
Process program evaluations
Working with youth
Correctional policy compliance
Youth program management
Staff development
Team building

Full Job Description

Job Responsibilities

If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference and you have a passion for making a difference in the lives of South Carolina's youth, consider joining the dedicated people of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ).

MISSION:
It is the mission of the South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) to impact and transform young lives, strengthen families, and support safer communities through targeted prevention and rehabilitation.

JOB PURPOSE:

The Associate Deputy provides executive-level leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for multiple secure juvenile facilities, ensuring safe, secure, and rehabilitative environments for youth. The Associate Deputy supervises Facility Administrators, drives operational consistency, ensures compliance with applicable laws and standards (e.g., PREA), and advances agency goals through effective management of staff, programs, resources, and critical incident response.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Directs and oversees the operation of multiple secure youth facilities to ensure the safety, security, and well-being of youth, staff, and visitors.

Establishes operational priorities, implements agency initiatives, and ensures consistent application of policies, procedures, and performance standards across all assigned facilities.

Provides direct supervision, coaching, and performance management to Facility Administrators.

Establishes accountability measures, monitors operational outcomes, supports leadership development, and ensures facility leadership teams effectively manage staff, resources, and youth services.

Monitors and evaluates facility compliance with applicable federal and state laws, agency policies, PREA standards, accreditation requirements, and other regulatory mandates.

Directs corrective actions, oversees audits and inspections, and promotes a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.

Provides executive-level oversight and direction during critical incidents, emergencies, disturbances, escapes, serious youth misconduct, and other high-risk events.

Ensures timely response, coordination of resources, after-action reviews, and implementation of corrective measures to enhance facility safety and operational readiness.

Analyzes operational data, performance metrics, staffing needs, budget utilization, and program outcomes to identify opportunities for improvement.

Leads strategic initiatives that enhance facility effectiveness, improves youth outcomes, optimizes resource allocation, and supports the agency’s mission and long-term objectives.

Performs other related job duties as required to support agency operations and strategic priorities.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

STATE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

A bachelor’s degree and relevant program management experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

The position requires comprehensive knowledge of juvenile justice systems, secure facility operations, and youth rehabilitation models, as well as an understanding of adolescent development, trauma informed care, and behavior intervention strategies.

The role demands familiarity with applicable federal and state regulations, including PREA requirements and youth rights standards, along with knowledge of program evaluation, quality assurance, and performance management systems.

The employee must demonstrate skill in strategic planning and program development, leadership and team building across multiple facilities, and the ability to analyze data and monitor performance outcomes.

Strong written, verbal, and presentation communication skills are essential, as is the ability to resolve conflict and make sound decisions in high stress environments.

The position further requires the ability to lead multi site operations while aligning program delivery with agency goals, translate policy into practice to ensure consistent implementation, build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, drive accountability while maintaining a rehabilitative and youth centered approach, and effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines in a dynamic operational environment.

Work is primarily conducted in an office and secure facility environment and requires prolonged sitting, regular computer use, and effective verbal and written communication.

The position also requires the ability to lift up to five (5) pounds, navigate secure facilities, and operate standard office equipment.

This position performs job duties relating to the custody, control, transportation, or recapture of youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice and the employee may have direct and indirect contact with youth within the jurisdiction of the Department of Juvenile Justice.

A valid driver’s license and the ability to travel between facilities may be required.

All required training will be provided in accordance with agency policy and applicable ADA guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications

PREFERRED AGENCY REQUIREMENTS:

A bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice, Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, Public Administration or a related field with a minimum of seven (7) years in senior management or administrative leadership role. Demonstrated experience in program development, policy implementation and staff supervision.

Additional Comments

The South Carolina Department of Juvenile Justice offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Health, dental, and life insurance
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days of sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
State retirement plans and deferred compensation programs
Discount Programs such as TicketatWork and WeSave

Applications are incomplete if you fail to answer all supplemental questions, education, and work history. Incomplete applications are not referred to hiring managers. Applications are accepted until 5:00 p.m. on the stated closing date.

You will be asked to provide a certified transcript if selected for a position requiring a degree. A background investigation will be conducted that may include but is not limited to, criminal records, driver's license, and child abuse registry prior to an offer of employment. Additionally, a medical examination and drug testing may be required. Please provide an explanation for any gaps in employment. A resume may be attached to your application but not substituted for completing the work history section of the application.

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juvenile justice jobs in south carolina

Associate Deputy of Facility Management - MEDC/UEDC/CEDC

Detention Deputy Juvenile - 6/18/2026

Youth Data and Evaluation Manager

Family Intervention Specialist - Greenville, SC

Mental Health Professional

Captain - UEDC

Security Response Officer

Foster Care Recertification Specialist

Lieutenant

Training Instructor - Security & Operations

Office of Highway Safety and Justice Programs - Administrative Coordinator I - (60019015)

Lieutenant - CEDC

Youth Care Specialist Supervisor - AMIKids Gateways

Supervisor, Youth Care Specialist - AMIKids Aspen

Clinical Chaplain II - CEDC

Captain - MEDC

Part-Time Family Resource Specialist

Evening Shift Residential Counselor

Community Service Specialist - Sumter

Weekend ONLY – Day Shift Residential Counselor

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