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JUVENILE JUSTICE SPECIALIST 1/2/3
Office of Juvenile Justice —Bridge City, LA
- $3,033.33 - $4,818.67 a month
- Full-time
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Parental leave
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DOC-Louisiana State Penitentiary —New Orleans, LA
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Force 1 Protection —New Orleans, LA
- From $18 an hour
- 12 hour shift
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- Communication skills
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Orleans Parish Sheriff' —New Orleans, LA
- $18.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- English
- High school diploma or GED
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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DOC-Elayn Hunt Correctional Center —New Orleans, LA
- 18 years or older
- Hospital
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER I (6541)
Jefferson Parish —Jefferson Parish, LA
- $35,106 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Residential
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER II (6542)
Jefferson Parish —Jefferson Parish, LA
- $40,578 - $48,694 a year
- Clean driving record
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Orleans Parish Sheriff' —New Orleans, LA
- 18 years or older
- Writing skills
- English
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JUVENILE DETENTION COUNSELOR I (CLASS CODE 6028)
City of New Orleans —New Orleans, LA
- $40,391 a year
- Part-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Psychiatry
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Contract Process Officer
LaSalle Corrections —Saint Rose, LA
- $19.44 an hour
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JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER I (6541)
Jefferson Parish —Jefferson Parish, LA
Position requires driving of a Parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.
$35,106 a year
JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER II (6542)
Jefferson Parish —Jefferson Parish, LA
Position requires driving of a Parish vehicle, thus possession of a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record will be given preference.
$40,578 - $48,694 a year

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JUVENILE JUSTICE SPECIALIST 1/2/3

Office of Juvenile Justice -
Bridge City, LA

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Job Details

Full-time
$3,033.33 - $4,818.67 a month

Benefits

Paid holidays
Parental leave

Qualifications

Driver's License

Full Job Description

Salary

$3,033.33 - $4,818.67 Monthly

Location

Bridge City, LA

Job Type

Classified

Job Number

403BCCY-JJS123-CTS26

Department

Office of Juvenile Justice

Opening Date

01/12/2026

Closing Date

Continuous

About this Job

Office of Juvenile Justice

Bridge City Center for Youth-Jefferson

3225 River Road, Bridge CIty, LA 70094

https://ojj.la.gov/location/bridge-city-center-for-youth-jefferson-parish

THIS IS A CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT.

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.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a high school diploma or GED; OR

One year of experience in any field.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
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.

Job Specification

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

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties:

Supervise and monitor youth in secure care settings to ensure safety and compliance
Implement behavior management strategies and enforce facility rules
Facilitate daily routines including meals, recreation, education, and programming
Conduct searches, inspections, and security checks
Document incidents, behaviors, and progress in case records
Serve as a role model and mentor, promoting positive decision-making and accountability
Assist in crisis intervention and de-escalation when necessary
Collaborate with counselors, educators, and medical staff to support youth rehabilitation

Position-Specific Details:

Work Location: This vacancy is located at the Bridge City Center for Youth in Bridge City, LA.

Appointment Type: Full time, Probational

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

Compensation:

The Juvenile Justice Specialist 1 (pay grade level PS-105) has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,400.00 biweekly.
The Juvenile Justice Specialist 2 (pay grade level PS-106) has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,504.00 biweekly.
The Juvenile Justice Specialist 3 (pay grade level PS-108) has a Special Entrance Rate of $1,608.80 biweekly.

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)

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.

How To Apply:

Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of Juvenile Justice to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to be considered for employment.

If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you will need special accommodations.

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

This agency participates in the E-Verify system for verification of citizenship and employment authorization.

For further information about this vacancy contact:
Garilyn London
OJJ/ Human Resources
[email protected]

Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.

As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:

Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/

Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx

Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:

New Year's Day
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
Mardi Gras,
Good Friday,
Memorial Day,
Independence Day,
Labor Day,
Veteran's Day,
Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.

***** Additional holidays may be proclaimed by the Governor

State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.

Retirement – State of Louisiana employees are eligible to participate in various retirement systems (based on the type of appointment and agency for which an employee works). These retirement systems provide retirement allowances and other benefits for state officers and employees and their beneficiaries. State retirement systems may include (but are not limited to):

Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others

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JUVENILE JUSTICE SPECIALIST 1/2/3

CORRECTIONS CADET, SERGEANT, or SGT-MASTER - UNIV MEDICAL CTR N.O.

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CORRECTIONS CADET, SERGEANT, or SGT-MASTER - UNIV MEDICAL CTR N.O.

JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER I (6541)

JUVENILE DETENTION OFFICER II (6542)

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JUVENILE DETENTION COUNSELOR I (CLASS CODE 6028)

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