SOCIAL SERVICE COUNSELOR 1 or 2

State of Louisiana • Baton Rouge, LA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

CAHS is seeking a dedicated Social Service Counselor to join the Admissions Department. The successful candidate will play a vital role in facilitating access to mental health services by conducting initial client screenings, coordinating admissions and referrals, scheduling aftercare appointments, maintaining accurate documentation, and supporting clients throughout the intake and admissions process. This position requires excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to providing compassionate, client centered care. If you are driven by purpose, committed to excellence, and passionate about helping others, we encourage you to apply and join our team.

Requirements

• Three years of social services experience; OR Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR A Bachelor's degree.
• Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
• Positions that provide addictive disorder counseling or prevention services will require certification or eligibility for certification issued by the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority (ADRA), or its successor.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrating Accountability: Owns results, meets standards, and responds to feedback professionally.
• Focusing on Customers: Understands customer needs, communicates clearly, and delivers timely, reliable service.
• Making Accurate Judgments: Makes timely, well-reasoned decisions using available info, context, and trade-offs.
• Thinking Critically: Analyzes key info, weighs evidence, and draws logical, well-supported conclusions from credible sources.

Responsibilities

• Conduct brief screenings of walk-in clients and make appropriate referrals based on identified needs.
• Assist clients with completing intake, consent, and other required documentation.
• Schedule aftercare appointments and follow up with clients to support continuity of care.
• Complete and maintain aftercare tracking forms and related documentation.
• Document all client interactions, services provided, and activities performed in the electronic health record.
• Prepare and submit pre-authorization requests for services.
• Compile, track, and document block grant and program related data.
• Create new client records and reopen existing client records.
• Maintain and update Releases of Information and ensure all required documents are uploaded to client charts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level