CASE MANAGER

Gov-Department of Military Affairs; Minden (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement LASERS

Paid Holidays

Annual Leave 96 hours

Job summary

Gov-Department of Military Affairs in Louisiana seeks a dedicated program monitor to track cadet progress during the 12-month Post Residential Phase, ensuring program requirements and policies are met and that data is recorded accurately for evaluation.

You will coach mentors and cadets, assist with job searches and educational placements, develop the Post Residential Action Plan, maintain confidentiality, and contribute to a structured environment that supports cadet success and community

Qualifications

• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Requires basic computer skills and general knowledge of office equipment.
• Must have a valid Driver's License, Social Security Card and Birth Certificate.
• Must qualify to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) Card.
• Must be available to report to duty during emergency or disaster situations. Other periodic travel may be required.
• Must meet physical requirements to perform functions of the position.
• Must attend/complete all Louisiana Military Department (LMD) annual training and other training required for the position.
• Must adhere to the Code of Ethics and foster a Sexual Harassment-Free Environment.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and track cadet progress during the 12 month Post Residential Phase to ensure that each is fulfilling program requirements and policies.
• Support, coaches, and provides special assistance to mentors and cadets.
• Assist in job searches and educational placement needs.
• Assist with the development of the Post Residential Action Plan.
• Collect and enter data necessary for record keeping and evaluation of mentoring as directed by the Coordinator.
• Ensure that information reported is timely and organized.
• Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of information.
• Provide monthly statistics of cadet's placement, progress, mentor contacts, and stipend eligibility.
• Chaperon and support cadet activities including field trips, community service, in-processing, and graduation.
• Attend required job training, workshops, and job enhancement classes.
• Assists other staff with cadet placement information.
• Create and maintain a positive relationship with each assigned Mentor in order to promote Cadet success.
• Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Coordinator.

Skills

Oral & Written Communication

Computer Skills

Office Equipment

Job description

ANNOUNCEMENT NO 153-2026 BENEFITS

OPENING DATE: August 20, 2026 Retirement: LASERS

CLOSING DATE: August 27, 2026 Insurance: Medical, Dental, & Vision

Paid Holidays: 10 plus proclaimed

*SALARY: Annual Leave: 96 hours per year with tenure increases

ME-411 $35,734 - $42,890 Sick Leave: 96 hours per year with tenure increases

*Salary indicates typical starting range. Level will be determined by qualifications.

JOB TYPE: Unclassified*

Current Classified employees must give up their designation to accept this position.

DEPARTMENT MISSION

Intervene in and reclaim the lives of 16-to-18-year-old at-risk youth, producing program graduates with the values, life skills, education, and self-discipline necessary to succeed as productive Louisiana citizens.

WHO WE ARE

YCP is a voluntary program that target youth who are at risk of not completing high school. We provide an environment for youth so they may focus on completing academic goals while enhancing personal strengths and resiliency. Our program provides a structured environment and teaches discipline, self-control and motivation. We develop the whole person by focusing on 8 core components that support each cadet's personal development: academic excellence, life coping skills, job skills training, responsible citizenship, leader/followership, health & hygiene, physical fitness and service to community.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Monitor and track cadet progress during the 12 month Post Residential Phase to ensure that each is fulfilling program requirements and policies. Support, coaches, and provides special assistance to mentors and cadets. Assist in job searches and educational placement needs. Assist with the development of the Post Residential Action Plan. Collect and enter data necessary for record keeping and evaluation of mentoring as directed by the Coordinator. Ensure that information reported is timely and organized. Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of information. Provide monthly statistics of cadet's placement, progress, mentor contacts, and stipend eligibility. Chaperon and support cadet activities including field trips, community service, in-processing, and graduation. Attend required job training, workshops, and job enhancement classes. Assists other staff with cadet placement information. Create and maintain a positive relationship with each assigned Mentor in order to promote Cadet success. Assumes other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Coordinator.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Must have excellent oral and written communication skills. Requires working independently with general guidance and the ability to work and communicate effectively with co-workers, peers, superiors, and subordinates. Requires basic computer skills and general knowledge of office equipment.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a valid Driver's License, Social Security Card and Birth Certificate
• Must qualify to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) Card.
• Must be available to report to duty during emergency or disaster situations. Other periodic travel may be required.
• Must meet physical requirements to perform functions of the position.
• Must attend/complete all Louisiana Military Department (LMD) annual training and other training required for the position.
• Must adhere to the Code of Ethics and foster a Sexual Harassment-Free Environment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All LMD positions require in-office attendance. This is not a remote position.
• Salary is paid by Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) / Direct Deposit Only. A checking or savings account is required for employment.
• For positions requiring computer/email access selected applicant must qualify to obtain a Department of Defense Common Access Card (CAC) Card and maintain eligibility.
• LMD is a substance abuse and drug free workplace. The selected applicant must pass a preemployment background investigation and pre-employment drug test. Thereafter, all employees are subject to random drug testing.
• To become an employee of the LMD you must be a current member of the Louisiana National Guard or eligible for membership in the Louisiana State Guard.
• The selected applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background investigation prior to employment.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Equal Opportunity Employer and State as a Model Employee (SAME)