Professional Counselor 1-4 (Functional Family Therapy - Child Welfare Therapist/Counselor)

State of Louisiana • Hammond, LA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Florida Parishes Human Services Authority is hiring a Professional Counselor to provide Functional Family Therapy–Child Welfare (FFT-CW) to youth and families involved in the criminal justice system, DCFS, or wraparound services. This community-based, field-oriented role delivers services primarily in families’ homes across Tangipahoa, St. Helena, and Livingston Parishes, with the Family Functional Therapy Unit housed in Hammond, Louisiana. The position involves flexible, non-traditional hours, including some weekends, and rarely involves office time. The counselor supports families at risk of abuse or neglect and works with families with complex needs. The position has a career progression path through Professional Counselor 1, 2, 3, or 4. It is eligible for a $1.00-per-hour premium for hours worked performing direct patient care.

Requirements

• Possess a current Louisiana license to practice as a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC) or a Provisional Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (PLMFT).

Nice To Haves

• Substance abuse treatment experience.
• Have passed the ADC, AADC, or EMAC exam at the time of appointment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment and discharge plans using the FFT-CW model.
• Deliver evidence-based therapy to families in their homes and ensure continuity of care.
• Collaborate with the FFT-CW team and receive ongoing support and oversight from FFT, LLC.
• Prepare and submit progress reports to social service agencies and referral sources as required.
• Assist families in accessing appropriate community resources when needed.
• Attend required trainings and webinars to enhance skills in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health and substance use disorders.
• Coordinate care with Peer Support Specialists, Case Management, and Care Coordinators to support family members with complex needs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed