Social Worker 7

State of Louisiana•Bunkie, LA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Social Worker 7 to lead advanced clinical services for youth in custody. In this senior-level role, you will provide expert therapeutic interventions, guide and supervise clinical staff, and shape treatment strategies that promote healing, rehabilitation, and successful reintegration. Your leadership will directly influence the quality of care delivered to youth and strengthen the agency’s clinical practice. We’re looking for a clinician with deep expertise, strong leadership abilities, and a commitment to trauma-informed, youth-centered care. If you are motivated by purpose and ready to make a meaningful impact, this role offers the opportunity to lead with vision and change lives.

Requirements

Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice as a Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
A master's degree in social work
Five years of social services experience (earned AFTER graduation date for Masters in Social Work)
Must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c).
Must possess a valid Louisiana Driver's License.
Must clear a background check.

Nice To Haves

Deep expertise in social work
Strong leadership abilities
Commitment to trauma-informed, youth-centered care

Responsibilities

Conduct advanced clinical assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for youth.
Provide direct therapeutic services, including counseling, crisis intervention, and behavioral support.
Lead multidisciplinary team meetings, case reviews, and ongoing treatment planning efforts.
Supervise, mentor, and support lower-level social workers and interns, including staff training and development.
Coordinate care with facility staff, families, and external agencies to ensure continuity of services.
Monitor treatment progress, adjust interventions as needed, and ensure compliance with state regulations, ethical standards, and agency policies.