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The Office of Juvenile Justice at the Swanson Center for Youth in Columbia, Louisiana, is seeking candidates for a role that makes a difference in public service. This job is located at 132 Hwy 850, Columbia, LA 71418. The Office of Juvenile Justice 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. Our mission is to protect the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth, who will become productive, law-abiding citizens. Our vision is to be a quality system of care which embraces partnerships with families, communities and stakeholders to assist youth in redirecting their lives toward responsible citizenship. Our guiding principles include honesty, achievement, versatility, ethics, focus, accountability, being informed, being team players, and being harmonious. Together we help change lives. Minimum qualifications include 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 rehabilitation of delinquent youth, clinical care, custody, or security; or two years of experience in probation and parole. Necessary special requirements include being at least 18 years of age and not having been convicted of a felony or found to have engaged in any form of sexual abuse. Job duties include supervising and directing staff, maintaining security, monitoring youth movement, and providing therapeutic assistance. This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. The Juvenile Justice Specialist 4 title has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,842.40 biweekly. To apply, complete an electronic application and submit it through the "Apply" link. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application. For further information, contact Garilyn London at OJJ/Human Resources, Garilyn.London@la.gov. The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. State of Louisiana offers competitive pay, benefits, and professional development. Benefits include insurance coverage, parental leave, paid holidays, and retirement options. State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use.
The Office of Juvenile Justice at the Swanson Center for Youth in Columbia, Louisiana, is seeking candidates for a role that makes a difference in public service. This job is located at 132 Hwy 850, Columbia, LA 71418. The Office of Juvenile Justice 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. Our mission is to protect the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth, who will become productive, law-abiding citizens. Our vision is to be a quality system of care which embraces partnerships with families, communities and stakeholders to assist youth in redirecting their lives toward responsible citizenship. Our guiding principles include honesty, achievement, versatility, ethics, focus, accountability, being informed, being team players, and being harmonious. Together we help change lives. Minimum qualifications include 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 rehabilitation of delinquent youth, clinical care, custody, or security; or two years of experience in probation and parole. Necessary special requirements include being at least 18 years of age and not having been convicted of a felony or found to have engaged in any form of sexual abuse. Job duties include supervising and directing staff, maintaining security, monitoring youth movement, and providing therapeutic assistance. This posting may be used to fill multiple vacancies. The Juvenile Justice Specialist 4 title has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,842.40 biweekly. To apply, complete an electronic application and submit it through the "Apply" link. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the completed application. For further information, contact Garilyn London at OJJ/Human Resources, Garilyn.London@la.gov. The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. State of Louisiana offers competitive pay, benefits, and professional development. Benefits include insurance coverage, parental leave, paid holidays, and retirement options. State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use.