Social Worker 4

LDH-Northeast Delta Human Services Authority; Ruston (LA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Delta Human Services Authority seeks a Social Worker 4 to lead advanced case management and treatment planning for behavioral health clients in Ruston, LA. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to address complex needs, deliver therapy, and ensure adherence to LDH guidelines.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, development of individualized treatment plans, and participation in ongoing staff trainings. NHSC loan repayment opportunities may be available.

Qualifications

• Must hold Louisiana LCSW license
• MSW degree with at least 3 years of social services experience
• Ability to provide individual and group therapy and crisis intervention

Responsibilities

• Works with treatment team to provide quality care and coordinate referrals
• Provides ongoing therapy, including crisis intervention, to individuals and families
• Plans, prioritizes, and manages clinical treatment services for complex behavioral health cases
• Develops and implements treatment plans in line with LDH guidelines
• Attends trainings and assists with data collection for program surveys

Skills

Clinical Social Work

Crisis Intervention

Group Therapy

Case Management

Education

MSW Degree

Job description

NORTHEAST DELTA HUMAN SERVICES AUTHORITY MISSION:

Serve as a catalyst for individuals with mental health, developmental disabilities, and addictive disorders to help them realize their full human potential by offering quality, excellent care with greater accessibility.

Northeast Delta Human Services Authority is seeking a Social Worker 4 to lead the development and implementation of advanced, individualized case management and treatment plans. In this vital role, you'll work closely with individuals and families to address complex needs, challenges, and emotional or behavioral concerns, helping them navigate toward healthier, more stable lives.

Be part of a dedicated team committed to transforming lives and strengthening communities.

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:

• Works with a treatment team to provide quality care and reduce the stigma surrounding behavioral health (mental health and substance use) treatment. To do this, the selected individual must utilize available community resources and/or referrals to a care manager and provide psychiatric assistance to consumers who have a behavioral health diagnosis.
• Provides ongoing therapy, including crisis intervention, to individuals and families in one-on-one and/or group treatment.
• Plans, prioritizes, and manages clinical treatment services for complex behavioral health cases. This includes completion of initial biopsychosocial assessments, annual reassessments, ASIs, and all assigned screening tools in accordance with NEDHSA policy.
• Develops and implements treatment plans for consumers receiving services related to a behavioral health diagnosis, in accordance with LDH guidelines.
• Attends in-service trainings for staff, completes required trainings promptly, and assists with the collection of data for the TOMS and QOC surveys, as assigned.

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational, Promotional, Demotion, Lateral Transfer, or Detail to Special Duty

Location: Ruston Integrated Care Clinic

Compensation:

NEDHSA is a designated approved National Health Service Corps (NHSC) site. Clinicians who work at NHSC-approved sites are eligible to apply to the NHSC Loan Repayment Program to pay off student loans.

• 2-year Full-Time Clinical Practice: NHSC will pay up to $50,000* for an initial 2 years of full-time clinical practice to clinicians.

(Full-time clinical practice is defined as no less than 40 hours per week, for a minimum of 45 weeks per year.)

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

*Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

Contact Information:

For further information about this vacancy, contact:

Ms. Janesia Raybon, MPA

Human Resources Director A

Northeast Delta Human Services Authority

2513 Ferrand Street

Monroe, LA 71201

318-362-4237 (office)

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