Trauma-Informed Juvenile Justice Operations Lead

State of Louisiana; Bridge City (LA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) seeks a senior Juvenile Justice Specialist 5 for Bridge City Center for Youth in Bridge City, LA. You will guide daily facility operations, mentor staff, and champion a structured, trauma-informed environment where youth can heal, grow, and succeed.

You will enforce safety, security, and program standards, participate in audits, and collaborate with higher-level leaders on personnel matters and cross-disciplinary coordination.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or one year of experience in any field plus:
• Three years of experience in a residential, correctional, behavioral health, or group home setting with responsibility for rehabilitation, custody, or security; or
• Three years of experience in Probation and Parole.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Operations Shift Supervisor, overseeing daily facility operations and supervising a housing unit as needed.
• Maintain safety, security, and order by supervising youth and staff movement; ensure doors and gates are secured.
• Oversee youth movement during meals, education, recreation, medical or mental health appointments; maintain custody and control.
• Prepare, review, and submit shift reports, incident documentation, and follow-up actions.
• Participate in ACA and PbS audits; assist with policies, procedures, and SOPs; train staff.
• Coordinate safety programs and track safety data to identify trends and corrective actions.
• Contribute to treatment team meetings and serve on Code of Conduct committees as assigned.
• Supervise subordinate staff; manage time and attendance, evaluations, and training needs.

Skills

Leadership

Safety & Security

Staff supervision

Policy development

Education

High school diploma or GED

One year of experience in any field

Job description

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) seeks a senior Juvenile Justice Specialist 5 for Bridge City Center for Youth in Bridge City, LA. You will guide daily facility operations, mentor staff, and champion a structured, trauma-informed environment where youth can heal, grow, and succeed.

You will enforce safety, security, and program standards, participate in audits, and collaborate with higher-level leaders on personnel matters and cross-disciplinary coordination.