Probation And Parole Officer -Juvenile

Office of Juvenile Justice Hammond Regional Office

42381 Deluxe Plaza, Hammond, LA 70403

https://ojj.la.gov/location/hammond-region

The 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 dedicated and empathetic individuals to join our team as Probation and Parole Officer-Juvenile. This role plays a critical part in promoting public safety, reducing recidivism, and supporting the successful rehabilitation of justice-involved youth through professional supervision, guidance, and intervention strategies.

This position is responsible for collaborating closely with judges, law enforcement agencies, and community-based organizations to provide services and supervision for juveniles.

• Communicating Effectively: Communicates clearly, listens actively, and explains complex ideas well.
• Demonstrating Accountability: Owns results, meets standards, and responds to feedback professionally.
• Making Accurate Judgments: Makes timely, well-reasoned decisions using available info, context, and trade-offs.
• Acting with Ethics and Integrity: Acts with integrity, respects confidentiality, and treats people fairly.
• Adapting to Change: Adjusts quickly and stays effective during change.

Three years of experience in corrections or law enforcement; OR

Three years of continuous active military duty (all Military Occupational Specialties apply); OR

Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR

A bachelor's degree.

EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
An applicant who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence or a felony, or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from the disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.

Possession of a current Louisiana driver's license.

This position may require the incumbent to handle and carry firearms.

Willingness and ability to complete the Corrections Juvenile Services-Agent Curriculum.

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

• Coordinate youth services across a multi-parish region for adjudicated and at-risk youth.
• Complete risk and SAVRY assessments to determine needs, supervision levels, and intervention strategies.
• Maintain contact with youth and families to monitor progress and update service plans.
• Serve as secondary case manager for youth in secure care to ensure continuity of services.
• Prepare required documentation including ISPs, social histories, investigations, and court-ordered reports.
• Coordinate evaluations and placements by scheduling appointments, gathering referral documents, and submitting placement packets.
• Prepare FAST forms to determine Medicaid/IV-E eligibility and parental cost-of-care contributions.
• Participate in court and staffng processes including case staffings, reviews, and testimony on youth progress.
• Monitor programs for compliance
  , assist with audits, and maintain case records and automated system data.
• Provide additional support including mentoring (PPO-3), transporting youth, responding to emergencies, coordinating Interstate Compact cases, and collaborating with social-service agencies.

Work Location: This vacancy is located at the Hammond Regional Office in Hammond, Louisiana.

Appointment Type: Full-time, probational

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Probation and Parole Officer 1, 2, or 3 (Juvenile), depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant.

Compensation: These positions have a Special Entrance Rate (SER) at each level.

• The Probation and Parole Officer 1 Juvenile has a SER of $1,590.40 Biweekly.
• The Probation and Parole Officer 2 Juvenile has a SER of $1,701.60 Biweekly.
• The Probation and Parole Officer 3 Juvenile has a SER of $2,084.80 Biweekly.

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 will receive a list of eligible applicants ONLY from the…