PROBATION AND PAROLE OFFICER 1/2/3-JUVENILE

**Office of Juvenile Justice** **Natchitoches Regional Office** **109 Industrial Dr.,** **Natchitoches, LA 71457** https://ojj.la.gov/location/natchitoches-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. - Complete risk and needs assessments (including SAVRY) to guide service planning and supervision levels. - Maintain regular contact with youth, families, and providers to monitor progress and adjust service plans. - Serve as secondary case manager for youth in secure care to ensure continuity of services. - Prepare and submit Individual Service Plans, social histories, investigations, and court-ordered reports.' - Schedule evaluations, gather referral documents, and coordinate placement packets for residential programs. - Prepare FAST forms to determine Medicaid/IV-E eligibility and parental cost-of-care contributions. - Participate in case staffings, court reviews, and testify on youth progress and placement needs. - Monitor residential and community-based programs for compliance; assist with audits. - Maintain case records, narrative entries, and data in the agency’s automated system. - At the PPO 3 level: mentor PPO 1/2 staff, assist supervisors with assignments, and serve as a lead worker. - Transport youth to and from placements and assist with emergency situations as needed. - Coordinate Interstate Compact cases and collaborate with co…