PROBATION AND PAROLE OFFICER 1/2/3-JUVENILE

**Office of Juvenile Justice** **Hammond Regional Office** **42381 Deluxe Plaza, Hammond, LA 70403** **https://ojj.la.gov/location/hammond-region** 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 dedicated and empathetic individuals to join our team as Probation and Parole Officer-Juvenile. This role plays a critical part in promoting public safety, reducing recidivism, and supporting the successful rehabilitation of justice-involved youth through professional supervision, guidance, and intervention strategies. This position is responsible for collaborating closely with judges, law enforcement agencies, and community-based organizations to provide services and supervision for juveniles. **AN IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL POSSESS THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:** - **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.The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found [here.](https://apps01.civilservice.louisiana.gov/onestopjobinfo/DisplayJobSpec.aspx?JobCode=146060)Job Duties: - Coordinate services, programs, and community resources for adjudicated and at-risk youth across a multi-parish region. - Conduct risk and needs assessments, including SAVRY, to develop, implement, and monitor individualized service plans. - Maintain regular contact with youth, families, providers, and residential programs to monitor progress, ensure compliance, and adjust services as needed. - Serve as a secondary case manager for youth in secure care to ensure continuity of services and successful transitions. - Prepare and submit Individual Service Plans, social histories, investigations, court reports, placement packets, referral documents, and other required case documentation. - Complete FAST forms to determine Medicaid/IV-E eligibility and parental cost-of-care contributions. - Participate in case staffings, court reviews, and legal proceedings, including providing testimony on youth progress and placement recommendations. - Maintain accurate case records, narrative entries, and data within the agency's automated case management system. - Coordinate Interstate Compact cases, collaborate with courts and community partners, transport youth as needed, and respond to emergency situations. - At the PPO 3 level, mentor PPO 1 and PPO 2 staff, assist supervisors with c…