Juvenile Justice Specialist 5

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 driven by a powerful mission: protecting the public while transforming the lives of youth through safe, effective, and individualized services that help them grow into productive, law-abiding citizens.

We are excited to welcome a dedicated and experienced professional to join our team as a Juvenile Justice Specialist 5 — a senior-level leader who plays a vital role in the heartbeat of facility operations. In this position, you’ll guide staff, strengthen safety and structure, and help shape a positive, trauma-informed environment where youth can learn, heal, and succeed. Your leadership will directly support rehabilitation, reinforce agency standards, and ensure that every day in secure care moves youth closer to long-term success.

Possession of a high school diploma or GED or one year of experience in any field plus:

• Three years of experience in a residential, correctional, behavioral health, or group home setting with responsibility for one or more of the following: rehabilitation of delinquent youth, clinical care, custody, or security; OR
• Three years of experience in Probation and Parole.

• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• An applicant who has been convicted of a felony or who is under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief from disabilities imposed by state and federal laws is granted.
• In accordance with the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) (Part 115:17) of Title 28 of the Code of Federal Regulations an applicant who has been found to have engaged in any form of sexual abuse; engaged in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, overt or implied threats of force, or coercion, or if the victim did not consent or was unable or refused will be disqualified.

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

As a Juvenile Justice Specialist, you will play a critical role in supporting youth within the justice system by providing supervision, guidance, and access to rehabilitative services that promote positive behavioral change and public safety. In this role, you will:

• Supervise and coordinate the work of Juvenile Justice Specialists across shifts
• Ensure compliance with safety protocols, behavioral management procedures, and agency standards
• Monitor youth behavior and intervene in crisis situations using approved techniques
• Provide coaching, training, and performance evaluations for direct reports
• Collaborate with facility leadership to implement programming and operational improvements
• Review incident reports, documentation, and ensure timely submission of required records
• Serve as a role model for professional conduct and ethical leadership

Work Location: This vacancy is located at Acadiana Center for Youth. in Bunkie, Louisiana.

Compensation: The Juvenile Justice Specialist 5 title has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,971.20 biweekly.

Appointment Type: Full time, probational

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).