Social Worker 1-4
About The Position
SCLHSA is seeking a compassionate, experienced Social Worker to provide advanced professional behavioral health services through community programs at the River Parishes Behavioral Health Center in Laplace, Louisiana. The role supports SCLHSA’s mission to improve quality of life through education, prevention, intervention, and treatment. The position is part of a career progression group and may be filled at the Social Worker 1, 2, 3, or 4 level, depending on the selected candidate’s qualifications. It offers the opportunity to advance within the job series. The appointment is probationary. Starting salary depends on the selected applicant’s education and experience.
Requirements
- Possess a current Louisiana license to practice as a Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Certified Social Worker (CSW).
- Possess a master's degree in social work.
- Permanent status requires Louisiana LMSW or LCSW licensure; a Certified Social Worker (CSW) credential is not accepted for granting permanent status.
Responsibilities
- Evaluate clients and recommend the appropriate level of behavioral health treatment.
- Interview clients to assess needs and problems, including education, employment, and physical or mental impairment, and determine the degree and nature of behavioral health-related problems.
- Provide advanced clinical services through individual, family, and/or group counseling to a complex caseload of behavioral health clients.
- Prepare person-centered plans based on recommended levels of care.
- Provide written and verbal documentation and consultation to other agencies.
- Assist the clinic manager in designing and implementing programs that address community needs.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
