Youth Facility Director

Office of Juvenile Justice
Acadiana Center for Youth-Bunkie
1536 Bordelon Road, Bunkie, LA 71322
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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 a dynamic and experienced leader to serve as a Youth Facility Director and oversee the full operations of one of our secure care facilities.

This role is critical to our mission and is responsible for directing all aspects of facility management, including youth care and custody, rehabilitation services, mental and medical health programs, staffing, safety, and community engagement. The Youth Facility Director also leads classification and diagnostic processes, develops institutional policies, coordinates with courts and community agencies, and ensures that youth with complex behavioral and developmental needs receive the support they need.

If you are a strong leader with a passion for youth rehabilitation and public service, and you re ready to make a lasting impact, we invite you to apply. Join us at OJJ and help shape brighter futures for Louisiana’s youth.

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

Job Duties:

The Youth Facility Director oversees all operations of a 24-hour secure care facility, ensuring compliance with state and federal standards, agency policies, and civil service rules. This position provides executive leadership across treatment, security, administration, and rehabilitation programs for youth in custody.

• Direct and supervise facility operations including treatment, administration, security, recreation, food service, maintenance, education, and medical services.
• Manage the facility budget and ensure adherence to agency policies, procedures, and ethical standards.
• Lead implementation of the Louisiana Model (LaMOD) reform program, fostering a positive facility culture and professional integrity.
• Administer comprehensive rehabilitation programs, including diagnostic processes, custody classification, and treatment planning for youth with diverse medical, psychiatric, and behavioral needs.
• Maintain communication with courts, probation staff, families, and community stakeholders; respond to concerns and ensure collaborative service delivery.
• Oversee staff development, training, and performance management; supervise interns and practicum students from colleges and universities.
• Serve as 24/7 on-call leader, responding to emergencies such as escapes, behavioral crises, medical incidents, and natural disasters.

Position-Specific Details:

Work Location:

This vacancy is located at the Acadiana Center for Youth in Bunkie, Louisiana.

Appointment Type:
Probational, Promotional

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 people who respond to this posting.