Virtual Visitation Specialist

Job Posting Title

Virtual Visitation Specialist

Agency

400 OFFICE OF JUVENILE AFFAIRS

Supervisory Organization

400 Central Oklahoma Juvenile Center

Job Posting End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Annual Salary: $ 60,000.00
Hourly Salary: $28.84
GRANT FUNDED time limit 07/31/2026
Non-exempt

Job Description

Why you’ll love it here!

HOPE. COMPASSION. COMMITMENT. The Oklahoma Office of Juvenile Affairs (OJA) strives to provide Oklahoma youth and families the resources and support they need to reach their full potential. Our mission is to collaborate with youth, families, and community partners to create pathways for success through prevention and treatment for all Oklahoma Youth. Check out why we are passionate about juvenile affairs and believe it is the career for you!!!
Oh yeah, did we mention perks? We know that benefits matter and that is why we offer a competitive benefits package for all eligible employees.
• Generous state paid benefit allowance to help cover insurance premiums.
• A wide choice of insurance plans with no pre-existing condition exclusions or limitations.
• Flexible spending accounts for health care expenses and/or dependent care.
• Retirement Savings Plan with a generous match.
• 15 days of vacation and 15 days of sick leave the first year for full time employees.
• 11 paid holidays a year.
• Student Loan repayment options
• Employee discounts with a variety of companies and venders.
• Longevity Bonus for years of service
 

'This position is a safety sensitive position as defined by 63 O.S. § 427.8 (K)(1)(i)(2) due to providing direct childcare. Therefore, those applicants testing positive for marijuana will not be hired even when in possession of a valid medical marijuana license.'

Position will perform as Virtual Visitation Specialist I- GRANT FUNDED

 

Position based at Central Oklahoma Juvenile Center

700 South Ninth

Tecumseh OK 74873

 

Annual Salary: $ 60,000.00

Hourly Salary: $28.84

GRANT FUNDED time limit 07/31/2026

Non-exempt

 

Basic Purpose

The Virtual Visitation Specialist is responsible for facilitating virtual visits between youth in treatment programs and their families or guardians. The role aims to reduce feelings of separation and loneliness for the youth, ensuring they remain connected with their loved ones. By providing this support, the Virtual Visitation Specialist contributes to seamless positive support during the youth’s treatment program and aids in preparing them for successful reentry into the community. The position requires close collaboration with Juvenile Justice Services (JJS), Behavioral Health Coordinators (BHC), and other members of the youth’s treatment team to identify and address barriers in meeting their treatment and reentry needs. Additionally, the Virtual Visitation Specialist will contribute positively to fostering a cooperative relationship within the workplace and will work collaboratively with colleagues, professional advisors, managers, and other service providers the Agency partners with.

 

Typical Functions/Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Coordinate and facilitate virtual visitations between youth and their families/guardians, ensuring smooth, timely connections.

Provide technical support to both youth and families, ensuring ease of access and participation in virtual visits.

Monitor visitations to ensure they are positive, productive, and aligned with treatment goals.

Collaborate with Juvenile Justice Services (JJS), Behavioral Health Coordinators (BHC), and other treatment team members to address barriers and support the youth’s treatment and reentry needs.

Document and report on visit outcomes, providing feedback to the treatment team.

Address challenges that aris