What are the responsibilities and job description for the JUVENILE DETENTION HOUSEKEEPER (2044) position at Jefferson Parish?
EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO ESTABLISH AN EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE SERVICES AND FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.
Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to perform a variety of basic housekeeping and laundry duties in the L. Robert Rivarde Juvenile Detention Center. Work primarily entails the daily washing, drying, folding, storage and inventory of clothing and linens at the center. Handles the care and storage of linens and clothes. Washes, dries, folds and collects linens and clothes. Performs general housekeeping duties such as cleaning, sweeping, etc... Daily collection of all soiled clothing and linens from girls and boys respective areas and from kitchen. Launders juvenile detention home linen and personal clothing of detained juveniles according to set procedure. Folds laundry and returns to designated places. Keeps and maintains a record of clothing and linen inventory, and re-orders supplies as needed. This position is an essential, emergency duty status worker and may not be relieved of duty when the Parish President or their designee recommends a voluntary or mandatory evacuation of Jefferson Parish.At least six (6) months of work experience involving general housekeeping duties.
NOTE: Any conviction listed in the Louisiana Child Protection Act (Louisiana R.S. 15:587.1) is considered disqualifying, unless written proof of pardon is submitted in time for consideration with the application.
(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
NON-COMPETITIVE - All persons meeting the stated requirements on this announcement will be issued an Employment Eligibility letter for Juvenile Detention Housekeeper and have their name forwarded to the appointing authority when vacancies arise.
JOB POSTING NO: 2044-05R
DATE: 10/26/12
AMENDED: 02/10/23