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About this Job Office of Juvenile Justice Jetson Center for Youth-Monroe 15200 Old Scenic Hwy., Baker, LA 70714 The Office of Juvenile Justice is seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented Program Consultant - Social Services to support youth, families, and program staff across secure-care and community-based services. This role is ideal for a professional who communicates clearly, collaborates well with others, and values structured, youth-centered support. As a Program Consultant, you'll help strengthen service delivery, support family engagement, assist staff with program needs, and contribute to consistent, high-quality practices across social-services operations

You'll work closely with program teams, gather information, assist with problem-solving, and help ensure services align with agency expectations and youth-development goals. If you're organized, empathetic, and committed to supporting positive outcomes for youth and families, this position offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to OJJ's mission. Minimum Qualifications Six years of experience in administrative services, public health, social services, or health services; OR Six years of full-time experience in any field plus three years of experience in administrative services, public health, social services, or health services; OR A bachelor's degree plus three years of experience in administrative services, public health, social services, or health services; OR An advanced degree in a social science field, public health, counseling, social work, rehabilitation services, business, public, or health administration, or Juris Doctorate plus two years of experience in administrative services, public health, social services, or health services.

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. 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: Supports youth and family engagement - assists with communication, service coordination, and problem-solving between youth, families, and program staff. Monitors program quality - reviews service delivery, documentation, and compliance with agency standards to ensure consistent, youth-centered practices. Provides consultation to staff - offers guidance to program teams on policies, procedures, and best-practice approaches in social services.

Supports data and reporting needs - collects information, prepares reports, and assists with tracking program outcomes and service trends. Coordinates service activities - helps organize meetings, youth/family sessions, and collaborative activities with internal and external partners. Assists with problem resolution - helps address concerns raised by youth, families, or staff and supports timely follow-up.

Performs additional duties - completes tasks assigned by leadership to support social-services operations. Position-Specific Details: Work Location: This vacancy is located at Jetson Center for Youth in Baker, Louisiana. Appointment Type: Full time, Probational 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. 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) How To Apply: No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy

To apply for this vacancy, click on the "Apply" link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. 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.

For further information about this vacancy, contact: Garilyn London OJJ/ Human Resources Garilyn.London@la.gov.