SOCIAL WORKER 7

Office of Juvenile Justice; Bunkie (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Office of Juvenile Justice in Louisiana seeks a Senior Social Worker 7 to direct advanced clinical services for youth in custody. The role focuses on delivering expert therapeutic interventions, guiding clinical staff, and shaping treatment strategies to promote healing and reintegration.

The ideal candidate holds LMSW or LCSW in Louisiana with a Master’s in Social Work and at least five years of social services experience, and is prepared to lead with a trauma-informed, youth-centered approach.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice as LMSW or LCSW in Louisiana.
• Master's degree in social work with five years of social services experience.
• Experience leading clinical teams and trauma-informed youth care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for youth in custody.
• Provide direct therapeutic services including counseling and crisis intervention.
• Lead multidisciplinary team meetings and ongoing treatment planning.
• Supervise and mentor junior social workers and interns.
• Coordinate care with facility staff, families and external agencies for continuity of services.
• Monitor progress, adjust interventions, and ensure compliance with regulations and policies.

Skills

Advanced clinical assessment

Clinical supervision

Leadership

Education

Master's degree in social work

Job description

Office of Juvenile Justice

Acadiana Center for Youth-Bunkie

1536 Bordelon Rd., Bunkie, LA 71322

https://ojj.la.gov/location/acadiana-center-for-youth-bunkie

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is driven by a powerful mission: protecting our communities while empowering youth to build healthier, more successful futures. We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Social Worker 7 to lead advanced clinical services for youth in custody.

In this senior-level role, you will provide expert therapeutic interventions, guide and supervise clinical staff, and shape treatment strategies that promote healing, rehabilitation, and successful reintegration. Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care delivered to youth and strengthen the agency’s clinical practice.

We’re looking for a clinician with deep expertise, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to trauma-informed, youth-centered care. If you are motivated by purpose and ready to make a meaningful impact, this role offers the opportunity to lead with vision and change lives.

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.

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

NOTE: Your social work/social services experience must have been earned AFTER your graduation date for your Masters in Social Work to be credited towards the five year experience requirement.

Job Duties:

• Conduct advanced clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for youth.

• Provide direct therapeutic services, including counseling, crisis intervention, and behavioral support.

• Lead multidisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, and ongoing treatment planning efforts.

• Supervise, mentor, and support lower-level social workers and interns, including staff training and development.

• Coordinate care with facility staff, families, and external agencies to ensure continuity of services.

• Monitor treatment progress, adjust interventions as needed, and ensure compliance with state regulations, ethical standards, and agency policies.

Position-Specific Details:

Work Location: This vacancy is located at the Acadiana Center for Youth in Bunkie, 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.

For further information about this vacancy, contact: Garilyn London OJJ/ Human Resources [e-mail]