Corrections Mental Health Social Worker (LMSW/LCSW)

State of Louisiana; Angie (LA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SER $26.95/hr

Premium pay $2–$5/hr

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services is seeking a Social Worker 5-B at Rayburn Correctional Center in Angie, LA. The role focuses on delivering individual and group therapy within a correctional setting and supporting inmates’ re-entry through counseling aligned with treatment plans.

Minimum qualifications include LMSW/LCSW licensure and a MSW with four years’ social services experience.

Qualifications

• Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice as a LMSW or a LCSW plus:
• A master's degree in social work followed by four years of social services experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain documentation in inmates’ medical records, charting and reviewing treatment, progress of each case, recommendations, and consultations as needed.
• Assess inmates to determine risk of self-harm or suicide; manage with Suicide Watches or Mental health observations and monitor progress with counseling.
• Interview inmates to develop a thorough bio-psycho-social assessment identifying problems, needs, and strengths.

Skills

LMSW or LCSW licensure

Master's in Social Work

Mental health counseling

Inmate counseling

Education

Master's in Social Work

Job description

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety & Corrections – Corrections Services is seeking a Social Worker 5-B at Rayburn Correctional Center in Angie, LA. The role focuses on delivering individual and group therapy within a correctional setting and supporting inmates’ re-entry through counseling aligned with treatment plans.

Minimum qualifications include LMSW/LCSW licensure and a MSW with four years’ social services experience.