SOCIAL WORKER 6-B

Nunez Community College; Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) in Monroe, LA is seeking a Social Worker 6-B to deliver advanced clinical services to youth in our care. The role requires a Master’s in Social Work and licensure (LMSW or LCSW) with at least five years in social services, and involves psychosocial assessments, individual/groups/family therapy, case management, and crisis intervention.

Based at Swanson Center for Youth, this full-time position offers probationary terms.

Qualifications

• Must hold LMSW or LCSW license in Louisiana.
• Master's degree in social work plus five years of social services experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Provide direct therapeutic services, including individual, group, and family counseling
• Collaborate with facility staff, families, and external agencies to support youth development
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment strategies as needed
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case reviews
• Maintain accurate and confidential clinical documentation
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards and agency policies
• Assist with crisis intervention and behavioral support as needed

Skills

Clinical services

Therapeutic interventions

Case management

Psychosocial assessments

Group counseling

Family counseling

Crisis intervention

Ethical standards

Education

Master's in Social Work

LMSW or LCSW license

Job description

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 excited to welcome a compassionate and highly skilled Social Worker 6-B to provide advanced clinical services to youth in our care.

In this impactful role, you will deliver therapeutic interventions, lead case management efforts, and coordinate individualized treatment plans within a secure care or residential setting. Your clinical expertise will directly support healing, stability, and long-term success for youth who need it most.

We’re looking for a clinician with strong judgment, a trauma-informed approach, and a deep commitment to rehabilitation and positive youth development. If you’re motivated by purpose and ready to make a meaningful difference, this role offers the opportunity to change lives and strengthen communities.

Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice as a Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) plus:
A master's degree in social work followed by five years of social services experience.

Job Duties:

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Provide direct therapeutic services, including individual, group, and family counseling
• Collaborate with facility staff, families, and external agencies to support youth development
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment strategies as needed
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case reviews
• Maintain accurate and confidential clinical documentation
• Ensure compliance with ethical standards and agency policies
• Assist with crisis intervention and behavioral support as needed

Position-Specific Details:

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

Appointment Type: Full-time, Probational

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.

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.

Contact Information:

Garilyn London
OJJ/ Human Resources
[e-mail]