Social Worker 5A

About this Job

Office of Juvenile Justice

Hammond Regional Office

42381 Deluxe Plaza Hammond LA 70403

Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth who will become productive law-abiding citizens. We are seeking a licensed and experienced professional to serve as Social Worker 5-A providing advanced clinical services to youth in secure care settings. This role involves direct therapeutic engagement case management and coordination with multidisciplinary teams to support rehabilitation emotional well-being and successful reintegration. The ideal candidate demonstrates clinical expertise cultural competence and a deep commitment to trauma-informed and youth-centered care.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice as a Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) plus :

A masters degree in social work followed by four years of social services experience.

Job Specification

The official job specifications for this role as defined by the State Civil Service can be found here .

Job Duties and Other Information

Job Duties :

Provide individual and group counseling to youth using evidence-based practices

Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans

Collaborate with facility staff families and external providers to coordinate care

Monitor progress and adjust interventions to meet evolving needs

Document services and maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with agency standards

Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to case planning

Advocate for youth needs and support their transition to community-based services

Position-Specific Details :

Work Location : This vacancy is located at the Hammond Regional Office in Hammond Louisiana.

Appointment Type : Full time probational

The Office of Juvenile Justice will receive a list of eligible applicants ONLY from the people who respond to this posting.

How To Apply :

No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy click on the Apply link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

• Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience / education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

For further information about this vacancy contact :

Garilyn London

OJJ / Human Resources

In the supplemental questions section applicants must authorize the HR Office of Juvenile Justice to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA)to be considered for employment.

The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment-related resources available for those with disabilities refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide .

If you are contacted for an interview please let us know at that time if you will need special accommodations.

NOTE : Prior to an appointment the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test possess a valid Louisiana Drivers License and clear a background check.

Key Skills

Motivational Interviewing,Acute Care,Crisis Intervention,Behavioral Health,Intake Experience,Hospice Care,Case Management,Home Care,Child Welfare,Experience with Children,Social Work,Addiction Counseling

Employment Type : Unclear

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Monthly Salary Salary : 4177 - 7518