Social Worker 1 - 4

State of Louisiana • Elmwood, LA

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

At JPHSA, we are committed to providing quality behavioral health, developmental disabilities, and primary care services and supports. Make a difference in the community and join our team today. The Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority (JPHSA) Behavioral Health Community Services (BHCS) division provides a continuum of community-based behavioral health and support programs to assist individuals in their recovery from mental illness and/or addictive disorders. Functional Family Therapy (FFT and FFT-CW) (includes Child Welfare adaptation), Multisystemic Therapy (MST), and/or Community Psychiatric Support & Treatment (CPST) are evidence-based and/or best practice therapy programs that provide services to youth and their families and adults in the Jefferson Parish adult justice system, juvenile justice system, child welfare system, or a combination of various systems, are at risk for out-of-home placement or further involvement in the system, and/or are at risk for dual involvement in multiple systems. The Social Worker provides therapy services to clients presenting to the Behavioral Health Community Services Division of Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority (JPHSA).

Requirements

• Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice as a Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Certified Social Worker (CSW)
• A master's degree in social work.
• Must have a current driver's license, proof of insurance, and a clean driving record.

Nice To Haves

• Permanent status will not be granted in this job title without LMSW or LCSW licensure in Louisiana; Certified Social Worker (CSW) credential will not be accepted for granting permanent status.

Responsibilities

• Complete comprehensive assessments and service plans using appropriate diagnostic interviews and model techniques. Service plans include problems, goals, and objectives of the individual, as well as the type, frequency, and duration of service to be provided. Service plans are signed by the individual served and the guardian if the service recipient is a minor
• Provides therapeutic services to the client consistent with the therapy model. The preferred location for intervention is the home of the client; however, other locations may be suitable, provided that adequate controls are in place to protect confidentiality
• Provides therapeutic interventions to the individuals served and families in the community, and outside of the typical 9-5 workday, as consistent involvement from family members is essential to the models. Consequently, the flexibility to conduct after-hours appointments is a necessity for this position
• Travels to homes and/or other locations in the community to provide services in a fashion consistent with the model. May transport individuals served in agency vehicles. Maintains compliance with JPHSA's Driver Safety Program Policy; the incumbent must have a current driver's license, proof of insurance, and a clean driving record. Individuals served cannot be transported in the incumbent's personal vehicle
• Completes documentation in the agency's electronic health record and in model-specific systems regarding individuals served with treatment
• Reviews assessments and other documentation to support the diagnosis and provide evidence of medical necessity

What This Job Offers

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