Social Worker 5-A

About This Role

The Social Worker 5-A provides advanced clinical services, therapeutic support, and case management to youth in secure care. This role involves collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to promote healing, growth, and long-term success, directly supporting rehabilitation and emotional well-being for young people.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group counseling to youth using evidence-based practices
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Collaborate with facility staff, families, and external providers to coordinate care
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions to meet evolving needs
• Document services and maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with agency standards
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to case planning
• Advocate for youth needs and support their transition to community-based services

Requirements

• Current Louisiana license to practice as a Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Master's degree in social work
• Four years of social services experience post-master's degree
• Ability to clear a background check
• Ability to pass a drug screening test
• Not convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c)

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work
• Four years of social services experience following a master's degree in social work

Benefits