JUVENILE JUSTICE SPECIALIST 1/2/3

State of Louisiana; Westwego (LA); Vor Ort; USD 36.000 - 42.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Insurance Coverage

Parental Leave

State Benefits

Zusammenfassung

Office of Juvenile Justice in Bridge City, LA, seeks Juvenile Justice Specialists at multiple levels to supervise youth in secure care, promote rehabilitation, and maintain a safe facility. Roles involve crisis intervention, collaboration with counselors and staff, and enforcing rules to support youth development.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED (or one year of experience) and adherence to PREA standards. Employment is full-time with state benefits and entry-level pay steps.

Qualifikationen

• Must have a high school diploma or GED, or one year of experience in any field.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years old.
• Criminal background and PREA-related disqualifications may apply.

Aufgaben

• Supervise and monitor youth in secure care settings to ensure safety and compliance.
• Implement behavior management strategies and enforce facility rules.
• Facilitate daily routines including meals, recreation, education, and programming.
• Conduct searches, inspections, and security checks.
• Document incidents, behaviors, and progress in case records.
• Serve as a role model and mentor, promoting positive decision-making and accountability.
• Assist in crisis intervention and de-escalation when necessary.
• Collaborate with counselors, educators, and medical staff to support youth rehabilitation.

Kenntnisse

Crisis intervention

Behavior management

Communication

Ausbildung

High school diploma or GED

One year of experience

Jobbeschreibung

About This Job

Office of Juvenile Justice

Bridge City Center for Youth-Jefferson

3225 River Road, Bridge City, LA 70094

https://ojj.la.gov/location/bridge-city-center-for-youth-jefferson-parish

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth, who will become productive, law‑abiding citizens.

We are seeking compassionate, committed, and resilient individuals to serve as Juvenile Justice Specialists at levels 1, 2, or 3 depending on qualifications and experience. These frontline professionals play a vital role in supervising youth in secure care facilities, promoting rehabilitation, and ensuring a safe and structured environment. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people while advancing public safety and community well-being.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR
• One year of experience in any field.

Necessary Special Requirements:

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.

In accordance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) (Part 115:17) of Title 28 of the Code of Federal Regulations an applicant who has been found to have engaged in any form of sexual abuse; engaged in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable or refused will be disqualified.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here

Job Duties:

Job Duties and Other Information

• Supervise and monitor youth in secure care settings to ensure safety and compliance
• Implement behavior management strategies and enforce facility rules
• Facilitate daily routines including meals, recreation, education, and programming
• Conduct searches, inspections, and security checks
• Document incidents, behaviors, and progress in case records
• Serve as a role model and mentor, promoting positive decision-making and accountability
• Assist in crisis intervention and de-escalation when necessary
• Collaborate with counselors, educators, and medical staff to support youth rehabilitation

Position-Specific Details:

Work Location: This vacancy is located at the Bridge City Center for Youth in Bridge City, LA.

Appointment Type: Full time, Probational

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Juvenile Justice Specialist 1,2, or 3.

Compensation:

• The Juvenile Justice Specialist 1 (pay grade level PS-105) has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,400.00 biweekly.
• The Juvenile Justice Specialist 2 (pay grade level PS-106) has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,504.00 biweekly.
• The Juvenile Justice Specialist 3 (pay grade level PS-108) has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,608.80 biweekly.

The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c)

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

NOTE: Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License and clear a background check.

This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.

For Further Information About This Vacancy Contact:

Garilyn London

OJJ/ Human Resources

[e-mail]

As a State Employee, You Will Earn Competitive Pay, Choose From a Variety Of Benefits, And Have Access To a Great Professional Development Program:

Insurance Coverage. More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave. More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
• Mardi Gras,
• Good Friday,
• Memorial Day,
• Independence Day,
• Labor Day,
• Veteran's Day,
• Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day.
• Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement

State Of Louisiana Employees Are Eligible To Participate In Various Retirement Systems (based On The Type Of Appointment And Agency For Which An Employee Works). These Retirement Systems Provide Retirement Allowances And Other Benefits For State Officers And Employees And Their Beneficiaries. State Retirement Systems May Include (but Are Not Limited To):

• Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
• Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
• Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others