Juvenile Justice Specialist -Dorm Group Leader

Office of Juvenile Justice Swanson Center for Youth–Monroe 4701 South Grand St., Monroe, LA 71202

Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.

Applicants who have been convicted of a felony or who are under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.

Under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) an applicant who has been found to have engaged in 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.

• Youth Supervision & Rehabilitation (25%)
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly environment.
  • Oversee youth work assignments and teach life skills to support rehabilitation.
  • Conduct performance evaluations, assist with portfolios/resumes, and prepare youth for future employment.
  • Provide progress updates during staffings and to supervisors.
• Monitoring & Recordkeeping (25%)
  • Track daily youth movement and maintain detailed records of behavior, health, and security concerns.
  • Document incidents such as behavioral issues, threats, or escape attempts.
  • Complete assessments and guide staff on security considerations.
• Staff Supervision & Security (25%)
  • Ensure facility security through checks of doors, gates, buildings, and grounds.
  • Supervise staff and youth movement during medical visits, pill calls, and other activities.
  • Consult with supervisors on operational challenges.
• Team Participation & Training (15%)
  • Actively contribute to treatment team meetings with observations and recommendations.
  • Conduct performance evaluations for staff and identify training opportunities.
  • Provide training and document staff issues for supervisor review.
• Emergency Response & Contraband Control (5%)
  • Respond to emergencies and conduct searches to prevent contraband.
• Additional Duties (5%)
  • Remain available for 24‑hour call and perform other related tasks as assigned.

Work Location: This vacancy is located at the Swanson Center for Youth in Monroe, Louisiana.

Appointment Type: Full‑time, probational

Compensation: The Juvenile Justice Specialist 4 title has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,842.40 biweekly.

Eligibility: 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.

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 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 Driver’s License and clear a background check. This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.

Garilyn London
OJJ/ Human Resources
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