Juvenile Justice Specialist 4

Saint Martinville, LA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 3991 - 6758

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. Martinvile 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 productive law-abiding citizens. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to serve as Juvenile Justice Specialist 4 responsible for supervising staff and supporting the daily operations of secure care facilities for youth. This role plays a key part in maintaining safety promoting rehabilitation and ensuring that staff deliver consistent trauma-informed care aligned with agency standards.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a high school diploma or GED or one year of experience in any field plus:

Two 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

Two 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:

Maintain security and respond to emergencies disturbances and other incidents while preventing panic among staff and youth.
Supervise youth movement during meals education recreation medical visits and daily activities; conduct security rounds and inspections.
Participate in ACA and PbS audits; assist with policy and procedure development; serve as training officer and support safety programs.
Respond to emergencies conduct searches and enforce contraband prevention policies with accurate documentation.
Directly supervise Juvenile Justice Specialists 13 manage performance evaluations time/attendance records and provide consultative support across disciplines.
Ensure unit safety and sanitation assisting with cleaning and upkeep of physical surroundings.
Remain subject to 24-hour call and perform duties in the absence of higher-level supervisors including Juvenile Justice Specialist 5/6 and the Corrections Lieutenant Colonel.

Position-Specific Details:

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

Appointment Type:Full-time probational

Compensation: The Juvenile Justice Specialist 4 title has a Special Entrance Rate of$1842.40biweekly.

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).

The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply:

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. 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.

If you are contacted for an interview please let us knowat that timeif 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 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:

About this Job Office of Juvenile JusticeAcadiana Center for Youth-St. Martinville1815 Terrace Hwy. St. Martinvile 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 product...