Youth Counselor & Case Manager (Trauma‑Informed)

State of Louisiana; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice, Lafayette Regional Office in Lafayette, Louisiana, seeks a Social Service Counselor to provide direct counseling and case management for youth in secure care. You will conduct psychosocial assessments, develop service plans, and collaborate with staff, families, and external providers to coordinate care.

Ideal candidates bring trauma-informed, youth-centered approaches, strong ethics, and accountability.

Qualifications

• Three years of social services experience; OR six years of full-time experience in any field; OR a bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized service plans
• Provide individual and group counseling using evidence-based approaches
• Collaborate with facility staff, families, and external providers to coordinate care
• Monitor youth progress and adjust interventions to meet evolving needs
• Maintain accurate documentation of services, treatment goals, and case notes
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to case planning
• Advocate for youth needs and support their transition to community-based services

Skills

Accountability

Customer focus

Judgment

Ethics and Integrity

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice, Lafayette Regional Office in Lafayette, Louisiana, seeks a Social Service Counselor to provide direct counseling and case management for youth in secure care. You will conduct psychosocial assessments, develop service plans, and collaborate with staff, families, and external providers to coordinate care.

Ideal candidates bring trauma-informed, youth-centered approaches, strong ethics, and accountability.