Impactful Forensic Mental Health Social Worker (LMSW)

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Ferriday; Ferriday (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Ferriday seeks a Licensed Mental Health Professional to join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality mental health services.

The role emphasizes individual, family, and group therapy, comprehensive assessments, and collaboration with families and external agencies. A strong emphasis on documentation and regulatory compliance supports a stable, therapeutic environment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related mental health field.
• Current Louisiana license (LCSW, LPC, LMFT, LMSW, PLPC, or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Conduct individual, family, and group therapy sessions per program schedule.
• Complete psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Collaborate with families, caregivers, and external agencies.
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and staffing.
• Ensure documentation complies with facility and regulatory standards.
• Provide crisis intervention and lead special case conferences.
• Maintain a therapeutic, safe, and supportive environment.
• Uphold facility policies and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Individual therapy

Group therapy

Assessment planning

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Education

MSW or related field

Job description

Freedom Behavioral Hospital of Ferriday seeks a Licensed Mental Health Professional to join a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering high-quality mental health services.

The role emphasizes individual, family, and group therapy, comprehensive assessments, and collaboration with families and external agencies. A strong emphasis on documentation and regulatory compliance supports a stable, therapeutic environment.