Juvenile Justice Specialist 123 (Tactical Response)

Bunkie, LA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 3033 - 4818

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About this Job

Office of Juvenile Justice

THIS IS A CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT.

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is powered by a strong mission: protecting our communities while helping youth build safer more successful futures. We are seeking compassionate committed and resilient individuals to join our team as Juvenile Justice Specialists at levels 1 2 or 3 depending on experience and qualifications. These frontline professionals play a critical role in supervising youth maintaining safety and supporting rehabilitation within secure care settings. This is a meaningful opportunity to lead with integrity model positive behavior and make a lasting difference in the lives of young people while strengthening public safety and community well-being.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR

One year of experience in any field.

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:

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.

Position-Specific Details:

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

Appointment Type:Full-time. Probational

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Juvenile Justice Specialist 12 or 3.

Compensation:

The Juvenile Justice Specialist 1 (pay grade level PS-105) has a Special Entrance Rateof $1400.00 biweekly.
The Juvenile Justice Specialist 2 (pay grade level PS-106) has a Special Entrance Rateof $1504.00 biweekly.
The Juvenile Justice Specialist 3 (pay grade level PS-108) has a Special Entrance Rateof $1608.80 biweekly.

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

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.

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

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 at that time 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 Drivers License and clear a background check.

Required Experience:

About this Job Office of Juvenile JusticeTHIS IS A CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT.The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is powered by a strong mission: protecting our communities while helping youth build safer more successful futures. We are seeking compassionate committed and resilient individua...