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SOCIAL WORKER 1, 2, 3, 4
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State of Louisiana
Baton Rouge, LA (In Person)
$86,070 Salary, Full-Time
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Job Description
Why work for CAHS?
Jenkins2@la.gov Capital Area Human Services District 12301 Coursey Blvd Baton Rouge, LA 70816 Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Vision:
CAHS excels at making lives better.Mission:
To deliver caring and responsive services, leading to a better tomorrow.Philosophy :
CAHS commits to the philosophy that all individuals are valuable members of the community. CAHS exists to help each person(s) served live productively in the location and environment of their choosing and abilities. CAHS staff work as a unified team to provide services and supports that help the person(s) served succeed in work, school, life, and other endeavors they pursue. Join our team of dedicated Behavioral Health Social Workers and help make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families in our district . We are looking for a compassionate, skilled professional who is committed to providing essential support and care to those in need. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to create lasting, positive change while continuing to grow and advance your career in the behavioral health field. You will manages a large, complex caseload of clients who are individuals with serious and persistent mental illness. If you're driven by purpose and passionate about helping others, we encourage you to apply. Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice as a Licensed Master's Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), or Certified Social Worker (CSW) plus: A master's degree in social work.NOTE:
Permanent status will not be granted in this job title without LMSW or LCSW licensure in Louisiana; Certified Social Worker (CSW) credential will not be accepted for granting permanent status. The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here .Job Duties:
Manages a large, complex caseload of clients who are individuals with serious and persistent mental illness. Provides specialized individual, group, and/or family sessions-utilizing evidence based practices. Completes psychosocial assessments on new clients and updates annually. Prepares individualized treatment plans upon admission and every six months. Communicates and consults with other community agencies. Coordinates and assists in determining the level of care of each clients. Makes appropriate referrals to other divisions within Capital Area Human Services or community resources. Provides timely documentation of contacts within the client medical record and carries out appropriate discharge planning.Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type:
Probational or Job Appointment.Location:
Capital Area Human Services District's Addiction Recovery Services (ARS).Work Schedule:
9 hours per day Monday - Thursday, and 4 hours on Friday.Career Progression:
This position may be filled as a Social Worker 1, 2, 3, or 4 depending on the level of experience of the selected applicant(s).Compensation:
The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience. The maximum salary for the Social Worker 4 is $ 86,070.00 annually. Note regarding the advertised pay range : The advertised maximum amount listed is the maximum salary a person can make while in this title/level over their career, and not the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.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 this job title 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 on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact: Thrinacia.Jenkins2@la.gov Capital Area Human Services District 12301 Coursey Blvd Baton Rouge, LA 70816 Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.