Social Worker 4

Metropolitan Human Services District; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Human Services District (MHSD) seeks a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) for full-time Social Worker 4 positions in Louisiana. You will provide evidence-based behavioral health services to children, youth, and adults with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders, within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, individual and group therapy, care coordination, and documentation in compliance with HIPAA and licensing standards.

Qualifications

• Licensed clinician with LCSW in Louisiana.
• Master's degree in social work.
• Three years of social services experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and create treatment plans.
• Provide individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, and case management.
• Coordinate with families, schools, and providers to ensure integrated care.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant documentation and progress notes.
• Support patients and families toward recovery across the lifespan.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Individual therapy

Group therapy

Case management

HIPAA compliance

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Louisiana LCSW license

Job description

Are you a passionate, licensed clinician looking to make a meaningful difference in your community? Metropolitan Human Services District (MHSD) is now hiring full-time clinicians for Social Worker 4 positions. As a Licensed Clinician, you will provide compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health services to children, youth, and adults experiencing mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. In this role, you will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to assess client needs, develop individualized treatment plans, coordinate care, and support clients and their families on their path to recovery.

We're seeking dedicated professionals committed to providing compassionate, high-quality behavioral health services to children, youth, and adult populations. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, value person-centered care, and are eager to help individuals and families achieve positive outcomes, we encourage you to apply.

Take the next step in your career and join a team that's making a lasting impact every day!

Come join our dynamic team, where we change lives!

Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) plus:

A master's degree in social work followed by three 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

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for children, youth, and adults with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders.
• Provide individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, and supportive counseling to help clients achieve their treatment goals.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, families, schools, community providers, and other support systems to coordinate comprehensive behavioral health services.
• Monitor client progress, revise individualized Plans of Care as needed, and maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation, including assessments, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
• Connect clients and families with community resources while ensuring compliance with HIPAA, professional ethics, organizational policies, and Louisiana licensing standards.
• Manage a diverse caseload, participate in staff development and quality improvement initiatives, and contribute to a collaborative, patient-centered behavioral health team dedicated to improving outcomes across the lifespan.

Position-Specific Details

Appointment Type: Probational

Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Note regarding the advertised pay range: The advertised maximum amount listed is the maximum salary a person can make while in this title/level over their career and not the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.

Contact Information

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Tanisha Alexander

MHSD Human Resources Business Partner

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