Juvenile Justice Specialist 6

State Of Louisiana

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Saint Martinville, LA - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 4570 - 8280
Posted on: 30 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About this Job


Office of Juvenile Justice
Acadiana Center for Youth-St. Martinville
1815 Terrace Hwy. St. Martinville Louisiana 70582

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a 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 one or more of the following: rehabilitation of delinquent youth clinical care custody or security; OR

Three years of experience in Probation and Parole.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
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) (Part 115:17) of Title 28 of the Code of Federal Regulations 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

The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:
  • Supervise staff and youth to maintain a secure and therapeutic environment including unannounced inspections.

  • Lead quality assurance audits policy development and staff training programs.

  • Serve as training and safety officer; manage safety programs accident data and hazard abatement.

  • Respond to emergencies conduct facility searches enforce contraband prevention and oversee documentation compliance.

  • Manage staff performance planning evaluations disciplinary reviews and time/attendance reporting.

  • Provide consultative support across disciplines and coordinate with leadership on personnel actions.

  • Remain subject to 24-hour call and perform additional duties as assigned.

Position-Specific Details

Work Location: Thisvacancy is located at the Acadiana Center for Youth in St. Martinville Louisiana.

Appointment Type: Full time probational

Compensation Information:The Juvenile Justice Specialist 6 title has a Special Entrance Rate of $2109.60biweekly.

The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c).

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

How To Apply:
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. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

* Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

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 atthat time ifyou will need special accommodations.

NOTE: Prior to an appointment the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test possess a valid Louisiana Drivers License and clear a background check.

This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.

For further information about this vacancy contact:
Garilyn London
OJJ/ Human Resources


Required Experience:

IC

About this Job Office of Juvenile JusticeAcadiana Center for Youth-St. Martinville1815 Terrace Hwy. St. Martinville Louisiana 70582 Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth who will become produc...
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