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You will be updated with latest job alerts via emailThe Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ)serves youth who have been adjudicated delinquent or Families in Need of Services (FINS). We are responsible for youth assigned to our care by the court system either for supervision or custody in residential placement or secure care. OJJ also provides services to youth under local court supervision.
Our Mission
The Office of Juvenile Justice protects the public by providing safe and
effective individualized services to youth who will become productive
law-abiding citizens.
Our Vision
OJJ is a quality system of care which embraces partnerships with families
communities and stakeholders to assist youth in redirecting their lives
toward responsible citizenship
Guiding Principles
Honesty - To be honest; do everything with integrity.
Achievement - To be outcome-oriented in achieving results consistent with our mission.
Versatility - To value promote and support diversity and cultural competence.
Ethical - To be ethical; to do the right thing both legally and morally.
Focused - To be focused on empowering people to succeed.
Accountable - To be accountable for the effective and efficient management of resources.
Informed - To be informed and guided in our decisions by appropriate and valid data.
Team players - To be an effective and efficient team of professionals.
Harmonious - To be inclusive involve all parties both external and internal who need to be part of the
process.
HAVE FAITH: Together we help change lives.
Three years of experience in corrections or law enforcement; OR
Three years of continuous active military duty (all Military Occupational Specialties apply); OR
Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR
A bachelors degree.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
An applicant who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.
Possession of a current Louisiana drivers license.
This position may require the incumbent to handle and carry firearms.
Willingness and ability to complete the Corrections Juvenile Services-Agent Curriculum.
The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here.
Job Duties:
EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED.
Prepares pre-dispositional investigations and similar reports discharge plans etc. for courts with juvenile jurisdiction.
Provides offenders and their families with an understanding of court expectations.
Works closely with judges law enforcement agencies and various community-based resources in providing services and supervision to juveniles.
Keeps the court advised on progress of juveniles under supervision as well as those committed to correctional institutions.
Maintains case records and data files including narrative entries reports forms and court documents as well as updating case activities and status for the automated data system.
Determines risks and needs of juveniles under agency custody or supervision and develops and implements service plans to meet those needs.
Schedules and conducts intake screening interviews and prepares recommendations to the district attorney.
Testifies in court hearings accompanying or representing youth and agency.
Develops and monitors informal adjustment agreements for juveniles prior to adjudication as authorized by a district attorney or the court.
Serves as secondary case manager for juveniles assigned to secure facilities.
Provides support to agency personnel in the event of an emergency or escape.
Transports youth to and from residential and correctional facilities when needed.
Provides support to staff in the Secure Care Facilities.
Position-Specific Details:
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Conditional