Probation And Parole Officer 1​/2​/3-Juvenile

Office of Juvenile Justice Lake Charles Regional Office
807 W Bayou Pines Dr., Lake Charles, LA 70601

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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.

• 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.

• Coordinates youth care and supervision - manages treatment and placement activities for youth in non-secure residential care and community supervision across a multi-parish region.
• Conducts assessments - completes risk and SAVRY assessments to determine need areas, risk level, contact frequency, and intervention strategies.
• Develops and monitors service plans - maintains contact with youth, families, and providers; evaluates progress; updates Individual Service Plans; and participates in case staffings.
• Prepares court-related documentation - completes social histories, supplemental studies, PDIs, home studies, FAST forms, and referral packets; testifies in court as needed.
• Coordinates community resources - identifies appropriate services, ensures least-restrictive placements, and collaborates with courts, providers, and secure-care staff.
• Ensures compliance and program monitoring - monitors residential and community programs, assists with audits, and ensures adherence to standards and policies.
• Provides transportation and support - transports youth, assists other agency programs, and coordinates Interstate Compact cases.

Work Location: This vacancy is located at the Lake Charles Regional Office in Lake Charles, 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.

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