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Probation & Parole Officer – Juvenile

The Office of Juvenile Justice is seeking a dedicated Probation & Parole Officer – Juvenile to support youth supervision, treatment coordination, and community-based services across a multi-parish region. This role is ideal for professionals who excel in communication, case management, and working collaboratively with families, courts, and service providers.

As a PPO-Juvenile, you'll help guide youth through structured treatment plans, support placement decisions, and maintain consistent contact with families and providers. You'll contribute to safe, appropriate service delivery, assist with court-related documentation, and help ensure youth receive the interventions needed for long-term success.

If you're organized, compassionate, and committed to supporting positive outcomes for youth, this position offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to OJJ's mission.

An ideal candidate will possess the following competencies:

• 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.

Minimum qualifications include 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 is available. Necessary special requirements include possession of a current Louisiana driver's license and willingness and ability to complete the Corrections Juvenile Services-Agent Curriculum.

Job duties include coordinating youth care and supervision, conducting assessments, developing and monitoring service plans, preparing court-related documentation, coordinating community resources, ensuring compliance and program monitoring, and providing transportation and support.

Position-specific details include the work location at the Lake Charles Regional Office in Lake Charles, Louisiana, full-time, probational appointment type, and potential career progression as a Probation and Parole Officer 1, 2, or 3 (Juvenile) depending on experience. Compensation details are provided for each level.