Social Worker 1-4

State of Louisiana; La Place (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisiana State Government, through the LDH-South Central Louisiana Human Services Authority, seeks a Social Worker 1-4 to provide advanced behavioral health services at our River Parishes Behavioral Health Center in Laplace, LA. This probationary, full-time role offers opportunities for advancement within the social work series.

Starting compensation depends on education and experience; the position may be filled at levels 1–4 based on qualifications. Contact Shelby Hidalgo for details.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work.
• Must hold LMSW/LCSW/CSW licensure in Louisiana for permanent status.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates clients and recommends the proper level of behavioral health treatment.
• Interviews clients to assess needs and problems to determine applicable care.
• Provides advanced clinical services through individual, family, and/or group counseling.
• 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 community programs.

Education

Master's degree in social work

Job description

Posting number: 225629

Department: LDH-South Central Louisiana Human Services Authority

Job classification: SOCIAL WORKER 1

Posting type: Open & Promotional

Categories: Counseling

Summary

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 1-4 to 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.

Examples of duties

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.

Qualifications

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

Supplemental information

Job Duties:

As a Social Worker 1-4, the incumbent will:

• Evaluates clients and recommends the proper level of behavioral health treatment.
• Interviews clients to assess needs and problems such as education, employment, 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 River Parishes Behavioral Health Center, located in Laplace, 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.
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.