Juvenile Justice Specialist: Growth Path 1–3

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 64,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance Coverage

Parental Leave

Public holidays

Job summary

The Office of Juvenile Justice in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is seeking Juvenile Justice Specialists at levels 1, 2, or 3 to supervise youth in secure facilities and promote rehabilitation. This frontline role emphasizes safety, structure, and orderly operations within the unit.

Qualified applicants need a high school diploma or GED (or one year of experience) and must meet age and post-clearance requirements, including PREA considerations and background checks.

Qualifications

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR
• One year of experience in any field.
• 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 PREA requirements, applicants found to have engaged in sexual abuse or related conduct will be disqualified.
• Prior to appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License, and clear a background check.

Responsibilities

• Receives on-the-job training in various areas of the unit by security and treatment personnel
• Maintains locked doors and gates as per facility policy
• Follows facility policies in control and prevention of contraband on grounds (this includes youth, employees, and visitors).
• Monitors youth movement and provide youth count as per facility policy.
• Makes security checks of buildings, grounds, fences, doors and gates to ensure that the integrity of security is intact; refers problems and/or deficiencies to proper authority.
• Follows procedure for searching youth, living quarters, etc. to control contraband.
• Maintains security and follows instructions in handling emergency situations such as riots, fire, etc.; must maintain a level of functioning which does not induce panic among youth or employees.
• Institute security measures when escorting youth inside and outside the facility.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Office of Juvenile Justice in Baton Rouge, Louisiana is seeking Juvenile Justice Specialists at levels 1, 2, or 3 to supervise youth in secure facilities and promote rehabilitation. This frontline role emphasizes safety, structure, and orderly operations within the unit.

Qualified applicants need a high school diploma or GED (or one year of experience) and must meet age and post-clearance requirements, including PREA considerations and background checks.