SOCIAL WORKER

McNeese State University; Thibodaux (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Office of Juvenile Justice in Thibodaux, LA is seeking a Social Worker 5-A to provide advanced clinical services to youth in secure care, including individual and group counseling, assessment, and treatment planning.

The position requires LMSW or LCSW licensure in Louisiana, a master's degree in social work and four years of social services experience; it offers full‑time probationary appointment and opportunities to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Advanced clinical skills in youth services.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams.
• Trauma-informed care training or experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to youth using evidence-based practices.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with facility staff, families, and external providers to coordinate care.
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions to meet evolving needs.
• Document services and maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with agency standards.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to case planning.
• Advocate for youth needs and support their transition to community-based services.

Education

Master's degree in social work

Job description

Office of Juvenile Justice

Thibodaux Regional Office

1077 Highway 3185, Thibodaux, LA 70301

https://ojj.la.gov/location/thibodaux-region

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is driven by a powerful mission: protecting our communities while empowering youth to build brighter, safer, and more successful futures. We are excited to welcome a passionate and skilled professional to join our team as a Social Worker 5-A, where you will play a pivotal role in transforming lives.

In this impactful position, you will provide advanced clinical services to youth in secure care, offering therapeutic support, guiding case management, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to promote healing, growth, and long‑term success. Your work will directly support rehabilitation, emotional well‑being, and meaningful reintegration for young people who need it most.

We’re looking for a clinician who brings strong clinical expertise, cultural humility, and a deep commitment to trauma‑informed, youth‑centered care. If you are motivated by purpose, energized by collaboration, and dedicated to making a difference, this role offers the opportunity to create lasting change.

Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice as a Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) plus: A master's degree in social work followed by four years of social services experience.

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

Job Duties

• Provide individual and group counseling to youth using evidence‑based practices
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate with facility staff, families, and external providers to coordinate care
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions to meet evolving needs
• Document services and maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with agency standards
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to case planning
• Advocate for youth needs and support their transition to community‑based services

Position‑Specific Details

Work Location: This vacancy is located at the Thibodaux Regional Office in Thibodaux, Louisiana.

Appointment Type: Full‑time Probational

The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c).

Garilyn London

OJJ/ Human Resources

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The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment‑related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.

If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you will need special accommodations.

NOTE: Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License, and clear a background check.