Juvenile Justice Specialist -Therapeutic Recreation Aide; Part-Time

Office of Juvenile Justice – Swanson Center for Youth-Monroe

4701 S. Grand St., Monroe, Louisiana

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 compassionate, committed, and resilient individuals to serve as Juvenile Justice Specialists at levels 1, 2, or 3 depending on qualifications and experience. These frontline professionals play a vital role in supervising youth in secure care facilities, promoting rehabilitation, and ensuring a safe and structured environment.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact on the lives of young people while advancing public safety and community well‑being.

Qualifications

• Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR one year of experience in any field.
• Applicants must be at least 18 years of age.
• Applicants who have been convicted of a felony or are under indictment on a felony charge will be disqualified until relief is granted.
• Applicants found to have engaged in any form of sexual abuse or sexual activity involving force or coercion will be disqualified.
• Must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1(c).

This part‑time position supports professional therapeutic recreation specialists in delivering recreational and therapeutic services to special populations. The role assists with group and individual activities, ensures safe participation, and contributes to the overall effectiveness of treatment programs.

• Conduct therapeutic, recreational, and leisure skill development activities under supervision.
• Lead group and individual classes, workshops, and field trips.
• Observe and assess client reactions to treatment, reporting findings to supervising specialists.
• Maintain recreational equipment and ensure readiness for activities.
• Escort clients to and from recreational programs and outings.
• Supervise and assign tasks to non‑professional recreation staff.
• Provide diversionary recreation or creative arts activities as needed, in addition to prescribed therapy programs.

Work Location: Swanson Center for Youth, Monroe, LA.

Appointment Type: Part time.

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Juvenile Justice Specialist 1, 2, or 3.

Compensation:

• Juvenile Justice Specialist 1 (PS‑105):
  Special Entrance Rate of $1,400.00 biweekly.
• Juvenile Justice Specialist 2 (PS‑106):
  Special Entrance Rate of $1,504.00 biweekly.
• Juvenile Justice Specialist 3 (PS‑108):
  Special Entrance Rate of $1,608.80 biweekly.

The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment‑related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.

No Civil Service test score is required to be considered for this vacancy. To apply, complete the electronic application linked above. Applicants must provide supporting documentation of eligibility (e.g., detailed experience and education). Resumes alone will not be accepted. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

In the supplemental questions, applicants must authorize the HR Office of Juvenile Justice to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA). If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you will need special accommodations.

Prior to appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver’s License, and clear a background check.

For further information about this vacancy, contact Garilyn London, OJJ/ Human Resources, Garilyn.

London.