Social Worker 1-4

State of Louisiana • Morgan City, LA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

SCLHSA is seeking a compassionate and experienced Social Worker to provide advanced, professional behavioral health services within community programs across South Central Louisiana. The role is based at SCLHSA's St. Mary Behavioral Health Center in Morgan City, Louisiana, and participates in a career progression group that may fill the vacancy at Social Worker 1, 2, 3, or 4, depending on the selected candidate's qualifications. The position offers opportunities to advance within the job series.

The incumbent evaluates clients and recommends appropriate levels of behavioral health treatment, provides advanced clinical counseling to a complex caseload, prepares person-centered plans, and coordinates with other agencies. The role also assists the clinic manager with programs addressing community needs. 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 in this job title requires Louisiana LMSW or LCSW licensure; a 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 and mental impairment, to determine the degree and nature of behavioral health-related problems.
• Provide advanced clinical services through individual, family, and/or group counseling to a complex behavioral health caseload.
• Prepare person-centered plans based on clients' 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.

What This Job Offers

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