Youth Justice Specialist – Frontline Care & Safety

State of Louisiana

Monroe (LA)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 42,000

Full time

14 days+
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Job summary

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is seeking compassionate Juvenile Justice Specialists at levels 1, 2, or 3 to supervise youth, maintain safety, and support rehabilitation within secure care settings at the Swanson Center for Youth in Monroe, LA.

Appointments are full-time with a focus on community safety and youth development. Compensation varies by level, with special entrance rates for each pay grade and a drug screening requirement prior to appointment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

  • Trains in all protective service duties: 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.

Skills

Experience in any field
On-the-job safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is seeking compassionate Juvenile Justice Specialists at levels 1, 2, or 3 to supervise youth, maintain safety, and support rehabilitation within secure care settings at the Swanson Center for Youth in Monroe, LA.

Appointments are full-time with a focus on community safety and youth development. Compensation varies by level, with special entrance rates for each pay grade and a drug screening requirement prior to appointment.

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