FFT Social Worker 1 - 4

State of Louisiana • Elmwood, LA

18h

About The Position

The Social Worker provides therapy services to clients served by the Behavioral Health Community Services Division of Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority (JPHSA). The division offers community-based behavioral health and support programs for individuals recovering from mental illness and/or addictive disorders. Programs include Functional Family Therapy (FFT and FFT-CW), Multisystemic Therapy (MST), and Community Psychiatric Support & Treatment (CPST), serving youth and families and adults involved with, or at risk of involvement with, justice and child welfare systems.

The position conducts assessments, develops service plans, and delivers therapy consistent with the applicable model. Interventions are generally provided in clients’ homes or other suitable community locations, and may take place outside standard business hours. The role requires community travel and may involve transporting clients in agency vehicles. The position is part of a career progression group and may be filled at the Social Worker 1, 2, 3, or 4 level.

Requirements

• Current Louisiana license as a Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Certified Social Worker (CSW).
• Master’s degree in social work.
• A current driver’s license, proof of insurance, and a clean driving record are required for compliance with the agency’s Driver Safety Program Policy.
• Permanent status in this job title requires Louisiana LMSW or LCSW licensure; a CSW credential is not accepted for granting permanent status.
• Flexibility to conduct appointments outside typical business hours.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a minimum productivity standard of 37.5% billable service time.
• Complete comprehensive assessments and service plans using appropriate diagnostic interviews and model techniques. Include the individual’s problems, goals, objectives, and the type, frequency, and duration of services; obtain signatures from the individual served and, when the recipient is a minor, the guardian.
• Provide therapeutic services and interventions to clients and families consistent with the applicable therapy model.
• Conduct sessions consistent with the model, preferably in the client’s home or another suitable location with adequate confidentiality controls.
• Provide services in the community and outside typical 9-to-5 hours when needed for family involvement.
• Maintain compliance with ethical standards, HIPAA confidentiality requirements, applicable laws, licensure requirements, and JPHSA policy.
• Travel to clients’ homes and other community locations to provide services consistent with the model.
• Comply with JPHSA’s Driver Safety Program Policy when driving agency vehicles; clients may not be transported in the employee’s personal vehicle.

What This Job Offers

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