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Job Opportunity

The State of Louisiana is offering a job opportunity for a Juvenile Justice Specialist. This position is classified as a Juvenile Justice Specialist 1, 2, or 3, depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant. The maximum salary for this position is $63,024 annually.

This is a continuous announcement, meaning that vacancies will be located at OJJ Secure Care Facilities throughout the southern region of the state of Louisiana. The incumbent will serve the Tactical Response Unit in the southern and central regions of the state. The facilities in the central and southern regions are Acadiana Center for Youth-Bunkie, Acadiana Center for Youth-St. Martinville, Bridge City for Youth-Jefferson and all future sites in the southern region.

The Juvenile Justice Specialist 1 (pay grade level PS-105) has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,400.00 biweekly. The Juvenile Justice Specialist 2 (pay grade level PS-106) has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,504.00 biweekly. The Juvenile Justice Specialist 3 (pay grade level PS-108) has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,608.80 biweekly.

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy. To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applications may be rejected if incomplete. Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application.

For further information about this vacancy contact: Garilyn London, OJJ/Human Resources, ...@la.gov. In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of Juvenile Justice to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to be considered for employment.

The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide. If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know if you will need special accommodations.

NOTE: Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License and clear a background check. This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.

Minimum 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 the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) an applicant who has been found to have engaged in any form of sexual abuse; engaged in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable or refused will be disqualified.

Job Specification

Function of work: To provide security of youth and assist in application of clinical treatment in accomplishing the overall goal of evaluation and/or treatment of individuals judicially remanded to the facility. Level of work: Entry. Supervision received: Close from the Juvenile Specialist 4 and other higher level official. Supervision exercised: None. Location of work: Office of Juvenile Justice. Job distinctions: Differs from Juvenile Specialist 2 by performance of trainee duties for six months.

Job Duties and Other Information

Examples below are a brief sample of common duties associated with this job title. Not all possible tasks are included. 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. Institutes security measures when escorting youth inside and outside facility. Responds to order to report to duty during elopement (or other unusual occurrences) and mans duty stations as assigned. Supervises those youth assigned to his/her area and contributes toward creation of an atmosphere that is conducive to treatment. Assists in keeping records, etc. on all youth in his/her unit. Assists with all routine clinics, details, and laboratory work for youth (under the guidance of the medical staff). Accompanies youth to recreational and occupational therapies and all off-site activities to provide security and therapeutic assistance. Participates and assists clinical treatment team members with groups of youth in therapeutic activities. Participates as an active member in treatment team meetings, advising others about observations and recommendations. Maintains adequate records for each youth in their assigned area for unusual happenings, such as side effects from drugs, behavior problems, eating and sleeping problems, suicidal or homicidal attempts or threats, and any elopements or any attempts of elopements. Creates proper atmosphere on a security treatment unit which includes maintaining a safe and sanitary environment for youth by assisting in the cleaning of the physical surroundings, furnishings, and equipment, and other items in the youth care unit. Participates in educational programs (either in-house or outside facility) as assigned, to increase knowledge base and job skills (is subject to 24-hour call). Performs any related duties as assigned.

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career. As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage: More information can be found at Parental Leave: Up to six weeks paid parental leave More information can be found at Holidays and Leave: State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Mardi Gras, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor. State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase. Retirement: State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to): Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org), Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org), Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others.