Louisiana Employment

Employment
Written By Abe Lomri
✅ Verified second-chance employers 🛠️ Eligible — confirm with employer/officer

Louisiana Reentry Employment & Second-Chance Job Directory

This directory lists verified second-chance employers and reentry-friendly job opportunities across all Louisiana DOC Probation & Parole Districts. Employment approval depends on your charges, work restrictions, and supervising officer.

Region 1 — New Orleans

Parishes: Orleans, Jefferson, St. Bernard, Plaquemines

✅ Verified Second-Chance Employers

Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Louisiana
Warehouse, retail, logistics. Strong reentry hiring.
New Orleans
New Orleans RTA
Maintenance, custodial, operator trainee pathways.
Orleans/Jefferson
Café Reconcile
Reentry-friendly hospitality job training & placement.
New Orleans

🛠️ Eligible May Require Officer Approval

Job Corps — New Orleans Campus
Training & certifications; approval needed for certain charges.
New Orleans
Local Construction & Labor Companies
Entry-level labor; employer policies vary — verify before applying.
Plaquemines Parish

Region 2 — Baton Rouge

Parishes: East Baton Rouge, West Baton Rouge, Ascension, Iberville

✅ Verified Reentry Employers

Goodwill Industries of Greater Baton Rouge
Warehouse, logistics, retail — reentry-supported.
Baton Rouge
Baton Rouge Community College Workforce Programs
Welding, CDL, HVAC; strong employer partnerships.
Baton Rouge
Turn2 Industrial Services
Plant maintenance, labor; reentry-friendly hiring.
Port Allen

🛠️ Eligible Employer Policies Vary

Amazon Baton Rouge Fulfillment
Warehouse & delivery roles; policies vary by background.
Baton Rouge
Offshore & Industrial Contractors
Travel restrictions apply — officer approval required.
Iberville Parish

Region 3 — Thibodaux

Parishes: Lafourche, Terrebonne, St. James, St. John, St. Charles

✅ Verified Second-Chance Employers

Goodwill Industries — Bayou Region
Retail, warehouse, sorting — reentry-friendly.
Thibodaux
Gulf Island Fabrication
Welding, fabrication, labor. Known second-chance employer.
Houma
PSC Group
Chemical plant operations, railcar cleaning, labor.
St. Charles Parish

🛠️ Eligible Approval May Be Required

Port of South Louisiana — Contractors
Labor & logistics; eligibility varies by contractor.
St. John Parish
Industrial & Plant Contractors
Entry-level labor; background policies differ.
St. James Parish

Region 4 — Lafayette

Parishes: Lafayette, St. Martin, Iberia, Vermilion, Acadia

✅ Verified Reentry-Friendly Employers

Goodwill Acadiana
Warehouse, logistics, donations — hires individuals with records.
Lafayette
Danos
Oilfield services, labor, logistics — documented second-chance employer.
New Iberia
Cajun Industries
Construction & industrial jobs with reentry support.
Acadiana Region

🛠️ Eligible Restrictions Vary

Seafood Packing & Processing Plants
Seasonal labor; confirm hiring policy.
Vermilion Parish
Construction & Labor Crews
General labor roles; acceptance varies by charge.
St. Martin Parish

Region 5 — Lake Charles

Parishes: Calcasieu, Cameron, Beauregard, Allen, Jefferson Davis

✅ Verified Second-Chance Employers

Goodwill of Southwest Louisiana
Retail, warehouse, logistics — strong reentry support.
Lake Charles
Acadian Contractors
Industrial construction; second-chance friendly.
Jefferson Davis Parish
Local Lumber & Sawmill Employers
Entry-level labor roles; widely used by local probation offices.
Allen Parish

🛠️ Eligible Varies by Officer Approval

Marine & Offshore Service Companies
Travel restrictions may apply — must check with officer.
Cameron Parish
Industrial Contractors & Fabrication Shops
Policies vary; officer approval recommended.
Beauregard Parish

Region 6 — Shreveport

Parishes: Caddo, Bossier, Webster, DeSoto, Red River

✅ Verified Second-Chance Employers

Goodwill Industries of North Louisiana
Retail, warehouse, donations — major second-chance employer.
Shreveport
Folgers Distribution (Local Contractors)
Warehouse & loading — reentry friendly through staffing partners.
Bossier City
Fibrebond Corporation
Construction & manufacturing; documented second-chance employer.
Minden

🛠️ Eligible May Require Approval

Oil & Gas Field Service Contractors
Various entry-level roles; background restrictions vary.
DeSoto Parish
Weyerhaeuser — Sawmill
Production and labor roles; verify with supervising officer.
Red River Parish

Region 7 — Monroe

Parishes: Ouachita, Lincoln, Morehouse, Union, West Carroll, East Carroll

✅ Verified Reentry-Friendly Employers

Walmart Distribution Center #6074
Warehouse, forklift, stocking — known for second-chance hiring.
Monroe
Hunt Forest Products
Mill & production jobs, strong reentry track record.
Ruston
Graphic Packaging International
Paper & packaging plant; probation-friendly hiring partner.
Morehouse Parish

🛠️ Eligible Restrictions Vary

Agriculture & Seasonal Labor Providers
Farm, poultry, and seasonal work; check hours & supervision limits.
Union Parish
Cotton & Grain Processing Facilities
Labor roles; officer approval recommended.
East Carroll Parish

Region 8 — Tallulah

Parishes: Madison, Tensas, Concordia, Catahoula, LaSalle

✅ Verified Employer Partners

Drax Timber — Sawmill
Mill, production, and labor roles — good for reentry placement.
Madison Parish
Delta Fuel Co. & Fuel Centers
Convenience store + light industrial; friendly to second-chance workers.
Vidalia
Construction & Logging Operators
General labor roles; used frequently by probation clients.
Catahoula Parish

🛠️ Eligible Depends on Officer Approval

Local Agriculture Employers
Seasonal field work; may require officer clearance.
Tensas Parish
Sawmills & Timber Operations
Entry-level mill work; verify hours + travel requirements.
LaSalle Parish

Important: Jobs listed here may require background review, employer approval, and officer verification.

OACRA does not guarantee employment placement or program acceptance. Always verify with your supervising officer.

Abe Lomri
Previous

Louisiana Reentry Housing

Next

Louisiana Community Service