Social Worker 2-4 (Therapist/Counselor)

State of Louisiana•Slidell, LA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

EMBRACING OUR DIVERSITY MAKES US STRONGER We believe that our individual differences are our strength, and it forms the foundation that allows our agency to empower individuals to experience a greater quality of life. Our agency’s vision is that all people will be empowered to lead meaningful and productive lives among friends, relatives, and neighbors regardless of behavioral health needs or developmental disabilities. We have been lighting the path forward into recovery by providing person-centered services to adults and children who meet the treatment criteria for substance use disorders, developmental disabilities, and/or mental health. We are looking for a Social Worker to provide clinical assessment and treatment of clients with various mental health diagnoses, substance use disorders, medication-assisted treatment, and high-risk patients in crisis. Florida Parishes Human Services Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more about our agency, please Visit our website

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 followed by one year of social services experience.

Nice To Haves

substance abuse treatment experience
have passed the ADC, AADC or EMAC exam at the time of appointment

Responsibilities

Provides clinical assessment and treatment of clients with various mental health diagnoses, substance use disorders, medication assisted treatment, and high-risk patients in crisis.
Completes comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments, treatment plans, screenings, treatment via individual/family/group therapy, as well as discharge plans for patients, and families as needed.
Works on an interdisciplinary treatment team in order to provide thorough and comprehensive care, as well as continuity of care, and will prepare and send progress reports to the appropriate social service agencies and referral sources as required.
May assist in the acquisition of appropriate resources as needed.
May collect routine urine drug samples for labs and rapid assessment if required.
Works collaboratively with Peer Support Specialists, Case Management, and Care Coordination for patients with mental health and substance use disorders that may require additional support and coordination of services.