Senior Juvenile Justice Specialist: Trauma-Informed Leader

Office of Juvenile Justice; Bunkie (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of Juvenile Justice in Louisiana seeks a dedicated Juvenile Justice Specialist 5 to lead and supervise staff at the Acadiana Center for Youth in Bunkie. You will strengthen safety, structure, and trauma-informed practices to support youth rehabilitation and successful outcomes.

You will coach and evaluate staff, ensure compliance with agency standards, coordinate programming, and review incident reports to maintain secure, therapeutic environments across shifts.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three years' experience in residential/correctional/behavioral health/group home with related responsibilities.
• Three years' Probation and Parole experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate the work of Juvenile Justice Specialists across shifts
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, behavioral management procedures, and agency standards
• Monitor youth behavior and intervene in crisis situations using approved techniques
• Provide coaching, training, and performance evaluations for direct reports
• Collaborate with facility leadership to implement programming and operational improvements
• Review incident reports, documentation, and ensure timely submission of required records
• Serve as a role model for professional conduct and ethical leadership

Skills

Staff supervision

Crisis intervention

Coaching & training

Safety compliance

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Office of Juvenile Justice in Louisiana seeks a dedicated Juvenile Justice Specialist 5 to lead and supervise staff at the Acadiana Center for Youth in Bunkie. You will strengthen safety, structure, and trauma-informed practices to support youth rehabilitation and successful outcomes.

You will coach and evaluate staff, ensure compliance with agency standards, coordinate programming, and review incident reports to maintain secure, therapeutic environments across shifts.