Juvenile Probation & Parole Supervisor - Leadership Role

Office of Juvenile Justice; Glen Oaks (LA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of Juvenile Justice in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a Probation and Parole Supervisor - Juvenile to lead a team of juvenile probation and parole officers. The role focuses on supervision, service plan reviews, and coordination of youth rehabilitation efforts.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in probation/parole or related fields, with either a bachelor’s degree or a master’s degree in a relevant discipline, and must meet state requirements including a valid Louisiana driver’s license and

Qualifications

• , Three years of experience as a probation or parole officer, or in counseling, psychology, social work, education, criminal justice, or administrative services plus one of the following:
• Two years of experience as a probation or parole officer, or in counseling, psychology, social work, education, criminal justice, or administrative services plus a master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work, education, business administration, public administration, or a criminal justice field.

Responsibilities

• Supervises and Evaluates Staff: Oversees assigned Probation and Parole Officers - Juvenile, conducts regular case reviews, determines work assignments, and performs semiannual performance appraisals.
• Coordinates Service Delivery: Reviews and approves service plans for juveniles, leads case staffings to determine appropriate treatment assignments, and ensures effective delivery of services to youth and families.
• Facilitates Communication and Reporting: Holds conferences with subordinates and the district manager, submits reports, and assists with planning staff meetings and internal communications.
• Leads Training and Development: Identifies staff training needs, plans and conducts development programs, and coordinates participation in agency-wide training initiatives.
• Supports Field Operations and Crisis Response: Provides in-field and courtroom support to officers during arrests, transports, and escape apprehensions; assists Secure Care Facilities as needed.
• Represents the Office Externally: Collaborates with juvenile justice officials and external agencies, acts as liaison with media and civic groups, and may serve as district manager when required.

Skills

Communicating Effectively

Judgment & Decision Making

Performance Management

Ethics & Integrity

Adaptability to Change

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree in related field

Job description

Office of Juvenile Justice in Baton Rouge, LA seeks a Probation and Parole Supervisor - Juvenile to lead a team of juvenile probation and parole officers. The role focuses on supervision, service plan reviews, and coordination of youth rehabilitation efforts.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in probation/parole or related fields, with either a bachelor’s degree or a master’s degree in a relevant discipline, and must meet state requirements including a valid Louisiana driver’s license and