Summary:

Provides Social Services to Behavioral Health Services Department, conducts group counseling and lectures, participates in weekly clinical staffing sessions. Participates in referral development, community education and outreach activities, reviews emotional, behavioral and social assessments.

Requirements:

A. Education/Skills

• Licensed Professional Counselor or Licensed Clinical Social Worker required. An LMSW or PLPC would be considered with understanding that LPC or LCSW license is expected within 3 years of employment. General knowledge of psychosocial principles; procedures, techniques of acceptable patient care, grief, loss, and related counseling skills.

B. Experience

• 2 years experience as a salaried (as opposed to volunteer) social worker with at least 1 year counseling experience in mental health field preferred. Current Louisiana drivers license required; verification of auto liability ...