Social Worker 1-4

State of Louisiana; Houma (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Louisiana is seeking a Social Worker 1-4 to provide advanced behavioral health services at SCLHSA’s Terrebonne Behavioral Health Center in Houma, LA. The role supports community programs and may be filled at multiple levels based on qualifications.

The position requires a master’s in social work and licensure (LMSW/LCSW or CSW) with permanent status tied to licensure. Salary is determined by education and experience, and a probationary appointment is offered.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work is required.
• Current Louisiana LMSW/LCSW or CSW licensure required for permanent status.
• Position may be filled at Social Worker 1–4 based on qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates clients and recommends the proper level of behavioral health treatment.
• Interviews clients to assess needs and problems affecting education, employment, and mental health.
• Provides advanced clinical services through individual, family, and group counseling to a complex caseload.
• Prepares person-centered plans based on recommended levels of care.
• Provides written and verbal documentation and consultation to other agencies.
• Assists the clinic manager in designing and implementing programs addressing community needs.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Counseling skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Louisiana LMSW/LCSW/CSW licensure eligibility

Job description

Helping people, changing lives through education, prevention, intervention, and treatment in an effort to enhance quality of life.

Join a dedicated team committed to improving lives across South Central Louisiana. SCLHSA is seeking a compassionate and experienced Social Worker 1-4to provide advanced, professional behavioral health services within our community programs. This leadership-level role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact while working in a supportive, mission-driven environment.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and help shape the future of human services in our region, we want to hear from you.

To learn more above our agency, please visit our website.

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:

• Evaluates clients and recommend the proper level of behavioral health treatment.
• Interviews clients to assess needs and problems such as education, employment, and physical and mental impairment in order to determine the degree and nature of problems related to behavioral health.
• Provides advanced clinical services through individual, family, and/or group counseling to a complex caseload of behavioral health clients.
• Prepares person-centered plans for clients based on recommended levels of care.
• Provides both written and verbal documentation and consultation to other agencies.
• Assists the clinic manager in designing and implementing programs that address community needs.

Position-Specific Details:

Location:

This position is located at SCLHSA's Terrebonne Behavioral Health Center, located in Houma, LA.

Appointment Type:

Probationary Appointment

Compensation:

The actual starting salary depends on the education and experience of the selected applicant.

Career Progression Group (CPG):

This position participates in a CPG and may be filled as a Social Worker 1, 2, 3, or 4 level, at which the vacancy is filled be determined by the qualifications of the candidate selected. This position provides the opportunity to advance within this job series.

Please click on the link to learn more about each job title:

• Social Worker 1
• Social Worker 2
• Social Worker 3
• Social Worker 4

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Shelby Hidalgo

Acting HR Director

[e-mail]

985-857-3743

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.