SOCIAL SERVICE COUNSELOR 1, 2, 3 or 4A

Grambling State University; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Defined benefit pension plan

Health insurance and post-retirement

15+ paid holidays and generous leave

Job summary

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections - Corrections Services seeks a qualified social service professional for probation and parole support in Kenner, Louisiana. The role focuses on offender education, supervision, and collaboration with treatment centers to reduce risks and promote community safety.

Applicants should have three years of social services experience or six years in any field, or a bachelor’s degree.

Qualifications

• Three years of social services experience; OR
• Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR
• A bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Obtains and prepares social histories of clients for information to be reviewed by treatment teams and for use in referrals to other agencies.
• Participates in the decision making process of the treatment team including formulating therapeutic activities and recommending a treatment plan.
• Manages a caseload by scheduling appointments, evaluating client progress in counseling sessions, and making recommendations to the treatment team.
• Coordinates admissions, discharges, and follow-up services within various programs.
• Serves as liaison between the client, family, and the agency/institution.
• Assists in the procurement of needs such as institutional placements, transportation, financial assistance, medical equipment, shelter, food, clothing, etc.
• Assists in determining eligibility for services provided.
• Makes recommendations to the criminal justice system or to employers concerning a client's progress, including occasional court appearances.

Skills

Social services

Caseload management

Team collaboration

Counseling

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Louisiana Department of

Public Safety & Corrections –

Corrections Services

www.doc.louisiana.gov

Division of Probation & Parole – Adult

Kenner, Louisiana

At the Louisiana Department of Corrections, our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen communities through fair, professional, and responsive corrections services. We are committed to protecting the people of Louisiana with integrity, accountability, and a deep respect for the rights and dignity of all.

This position will provide direct and indirect services to male and female offenders currently on Probation and Parole supervision within East Baton Rouge/West Baton Rouge Parish that are a potential high-risk for overdose. This position will work to reduce overdoses through providing education and through collaboration with treatment centers and harm reduction organizations in the area.

Why work for DOC?

• Culture:DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development.
  • Growth:Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.
  • Benefits:DOC offers a generous benefits package including; a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules etc. Alternative work schedules including 4/10’s MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.

An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:

• Building and Supporting Teams:The ability to combine one's actions and efforts with others to work toward achieving a common goal.
• Focusing on Customers:The ability to understand and meet the needs, preferences, and experiences of internal and external customers.
• Making Accurate Judgments:The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.

• Three years of social services experience; OR
• Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR
• A bachelor's degree.
• EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
• NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Positions that provide addictive disorder counseling or prevention services will require certification or eligibility for certification issued by the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority (ADRA), or its successor.

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

• Obtains and prepares social histories of clients for information to be reviewed by treatment teams and for use in referrals to other agencies.
• Participates in the decision making process of the treatment team including formulating therapeutic activities and recommending a treatment plan.
• Manages a caseload by scheduling appointments, evaluating client progress in counseling sessions, and making recommendations to the treatment team.
• Coordinates admissions, discharges, and follow-up services within various programs.
• Serves as liaison between the client, family, and the agency/institution.
• Assists in the procurement of needs such as institutional placements, transportation, financial assistance, medical equipment, shelter, food, clothing, etc.
• Assists in determining eligibility for services provided.
• Makes recommendations to the criminal justice system or to employers concerning a client's progress, including occasional court appearances.

• Positions that provide addictive disorder counseling services require certification or eligibility for certification as a Counselor in Training (CIT), or a current practice credential as a Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC), Registered Addiction Counselor (RAC), or Licensed Addictive Counselor (LAC) issued by the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority (ADRA), or its successor, pursuant to the Addictive Disorders Practice Act, LA RS. 37.3386-3390.6
• Positions that provide addictive disorder prevention services require certification or eligibility for certification as a Prevention Specialist in Training (PSIT), or a current practice credential as a Certified Prevention Professional (CPP), Registered Prevention Professional (RPP), Licensed Prevention Professional (LPP) issued by the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority (ADRA), or its successor, pursuant to the Addictive Disorders Practice Act, LA RS. 37.3386-3390.6

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type

JOB APPOINTMENT

• A job appointment is a temporary job lasting up to four years; however, should a permanent position become available, the employee may be converted to a probational appointment.
• This position may also be filled as a probational appointment if a non-temporary position becomes available in the recruitment process.
• If filled by probation, a permanent classified LA State employee, if selected, may be required to accept a probational appointment.

Career Progression Group

Social Service Counselor 1, 2, 3, or 4A

• Filled at the highest level of experience of the selected applicant.
• Salary depends on the level of experience.

Other Important Information

• Any degree, certificate, special license, or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire.
• Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification.
  • This is a 24-hour facility.
  • Applicants may be required to work shift work
  • This Agency is a Drug-Free Workplace.

The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections - Corrections Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any non-merit factor, including disability.

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Laura Guillory

Probation & Parole Human Resources Department

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