Juvenile Justice Group Leader — Youth Support & Safety

State of Louisiana; Bunkie (LA); Sur place; USD 75 000 - 93 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Parental Leave

Holidays and Leave

Sick and annual leave

Retirement benefits

Résumé du poste

State of Louisiana seeks a dedicated Juvenile Justice Specialist 4 – Group Leader to supervise youth in a secure-care environment and support therapeutic programming. You will conduct security checks, monitor movement, respond to crises, and help run daily operations while leading unit staff and coordinating care with treatment teams.

The role emphasizes leadership under pressure, commitment to youth rehabilitation, and a structured, mission-driven setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or one year of experience in any field plus two years of experience in a residential/correctional/behavioral health/group home setting with responsibility for rehabilitation of delinquent youth, clinical care, custody, or security; OR two years of experience in Probation and Parole.
• Two years of relevant residential/correctional experience required; ability to supervise youth, maintain safety, and support treatment.

Responsabilités

• Supervises youth and supports treatment; models communication and problem-solving skills.
• Participates in treatment programming; attends treatment team meetings and assists clinical staff.
• Maintains security and safety; conducts checks, monitors movement, enforces policies, responds to emergencies.
• Provides crisis intervention during disturbances while following policy.
• Supervises and schedules staff; oversees unit staff, approves leave, ensures coverage, and conducts planning sessions.
• Completes documentation and reports; maintains records per regulations.
• Engages in professional development and performs additional duties as assigned.

Connaissances

Two years experience

Formation

High school diploma or GED

Description du poste

State of Louisiana seeks a dedicated Juvenile Justice Specialist 4 – Group Leader to supervise youth in a secure-care environment and support therapeutic programming. You will conduct security checks, monitor movement, respond to crises, and help run daily operations while leading unit staff and coordinating care with treatment teams.

The role emphasizes leadership under pressure, commitment to youth rehabilitation, and a structured, mission-driven setting.