SOCIAL WORKER 1/2/3

State of Louisiana; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Louisiana’s Office of Juvenile Justice seeks a compassionate Social Worker for the Swanson Center for Youth in Monroe, LA. The role provides clinical support to youth in secure care, with responsibilities including therapeutic services, case management, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to promote well-being and rehabilitation.

The position requires a master's degree in social work and licensure as LMSW, LCSW, or CSW in Louisiana; permanent status requires LMSW/LCSW

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work required.
• Current Louisiana LMSW/LCSW or CSW license; CSW not accepted for permanent status.
• Provide therapeutic services and counseling to youth in secure care.
• Assist with case management, documentation, and treatment planning.
• Conduct interviews and assess youth needs.
• Collaborate with clinical staff, families and teams to coordinate services.
• Apply trauma-informed, culturally competent practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist with therapeutic services and counseling to youth under supervision.
• Support case management tasks, documentation, and treatment planning.
• Conduct interviews, gather social histories, and support assessments of youth needs.
• Collaborate with clinical staff, families, and multidisciplinary teams.

Skills

Therapeutic services

Case management

Documentation

Treatment planning

Trauma-informed practice

Multidisciplinary collaboration

Team meetings & development

Education

Master's degree in social work

Louisiana LMSW/LCSW/CSW licensure eligibility

Job description

Office of Juvenile Justice

Swanson Center for Youth-Monroe

4701 S Grand St., Monroe, LA 71202

https://ojj.la.gov/location/swanson-center-for-youth-monroe

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is driven by a powerful mission: protecting our communities while helping youth build safer, healthier, and more successful futures. We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Social Worker to provide essential clinical support to youth in secure care settings.

In this meaningful role, you will assist with therapeutic services, support case management activities, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to promote emotional well-being, rehabilitation, and positive behavioral change. Your work will help ensure that youth receive the structure, guidance, and support they need to succeed.

If you are committed to trauma-informed, youth-centered care and eager to grow as a professional, this role offers the opportunity to make a real difference while developing your clinical skills.

Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice as a Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Certified Social Worker (CSW) plus:

A master's degree in social work.

NOTE: Permanent status will not be granted in this job title without LMSW or LCSW licensure in Louisiana; Certified Social Worker (CSW) credential will not be accepted for granting permanent status.

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

Job Duties:

• Assist with therapeutic services and provide supportive counseling to youth under supervision.

• Help with case management tasks, documentation, and treatment planning.

• Conduct interviews, gather social histories, and support assessments of youth needs.

• Collaborate with clinical staff, families, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate services.

• Observe and report youth behavior, progress, and safety concerns.

• Apply trauma-informed, culturally competent practices in all interactions.

• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and ongoing professional development.

• Perform related duties to support youth rehabilitation and clinical operations.

Position-Specific Details:

Work Location: This vacancy is located at Swanson Center for Youth in Monroe, LA.

Appointment Type: Full-time, Probational

Career Progression: This position may be filled as a Social Worker 1,2, or 3

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).

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.

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

For further information about this vacancy, contact Garilyn London OJJ/ Human Resources [e-mail]

In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of Juvenile Justice to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to be considered for employment.

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.