Clinician

Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center•Covington, LA

4d•$26•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a passionate Clinician (LMSW, LCSW, LPC) looking to make a real impact? The Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center is seeking a dedicated professional to help guide and rehabilitate youth through meaningful, hands-on work. In this role, you won't just provide counseling-you'll play a critical part in shaping behavior, building life skills, and creating positive change within a structured Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) environment. If you're a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) , or working toward licensure and looking for meaningful work, a supportive team, and a schedule that promotes work-life balance - this is the role for you. Pay starting from: $26.44 per hour (DOE) The Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center provides a safe and restrictive environment for juveniles requiring secure residential detention within the five Florida Parishes. We are a nationally recognized, award-winning agency and pride ourselves on our service to the communities of St. Tammany, Tangipahoa, Washington, Livingston, and St. Helena Parishes. If you are interested in working at an amazing facility aimed at changing the lives of our youth, please submit your resume at www.FPJDC.org today! Florida Parishes Juvenile Detention Center is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Requirements

Strong communication skills (verbal & written)
Knowledge of adolescent development and behavior
Experience in counseling, crisis intervention, or similar settings
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Professional boundaries and sound judgment
Adaptability, creativity, and problem-solving skills
Minimum of Bachelor's degree in one of the Social Sciences (required)

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology or Counseling (desired)
Relevant license and/or certification or license/certification eligible as a Mental Health provider as required in the State of Louisiana (i.e., Licensed Professional Counselor-LPC, Licensed Clinical Social Worker-LCSW, Licensed Social Worker) (preferred)
Clinical experience and skills from working with adolescents in a shelter/group home, detention settings, and / or other similar placement desired

Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of youth in a secure detention setting
Conduct mental health and behavioral assessments
Provide individual and group counseling sessions
Maintain accurate case documentation and records
Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings
Support youth in crisis, including suicide watch monitoring when necessary
Mediate conflicts and help maintain a safe, structured environment
Collaborate with medical, education, and security teams
Contribute to the development of therapeutic programming

Benefits

2+ weeks of paid Vacation Time and 2+ weeks of paid Sick Time in your first year
16 paid holidays (time off) each year
Free health insurance (for employee and children!), plus free vision, dental and accident insurance
5% pay increase after successful completion of 6-month probationary period
State Retirement Program (LASERS)
40+ hours of paid training
Opportunities to earn CEU's
Promotion opportunities
Annual merit pay raises of up to 6% each year
Tuition reimbursement program
Free meals
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program