About this opportunity
Jefferson Parish Government lists this JUVENILE DETENTION HOUSEKEEPER (2044) opportunity in harvey, Louisiana. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Jefferson Parish Civil Service Equal Opportunity EmployerExamination 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.Non-competitive entrance and promotional examination. 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: R Date: 10/26/12 Amended: 02/10/23 Re-Opened: 09/04/26Applications may be filed online at OR either of the office addresses below:East Jefferson: Room 206, 1221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123West Jefferson: Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053BenefitsJefferson Parish Civil Service BenefitsVacation (Annual Leave): Employees accumulate one half day of paid vacation for every two weeks worked. Leave accrual rates increase with years of service. Any unused annual leave is usually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.Sick Leave: Employees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked. Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.Holidays: Nine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.Life Insurance: All regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one year's salary. Extra insurance may be purchased.Medical Insurance: An HMO medical insurance plan is available for employees and their dependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% of the premiums for dependents.Flexible Benefits Plan: Employees have the opportunity to save money by paying for health insurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible Savings Account for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.Retirement: Most regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees' Retirement System instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired after January 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of service is provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with 10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.Tenure Payment: Employees are paid $25 per year of service in December of each year. Employees must have worked two years before the first check is paid.Deferred Compensation Plan (457b plan): Similar to 401K programs, the 457b Deferred Plan allows employees to defer up to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings. Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination without penalty. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Solutions .Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc. may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules.
Worksite address
harvey, LA, 70058, US
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