One of ten districts across Louisiana, MHSD was created by the state legislature in 2003 to oversee the delivery of publicly funded, community-based mental health, addictive disorders and developmental disabilities services to our area. MHSD serves adults, children and families of Orleans, Plaquemines and St. Bernard Parishes.
Come join our dynamic team, where we change lives!
Are you a passionate, licensed clinician looking to make a meaningful difference in your community? Metropolitan Human Services District (MHSD) is now hiring full-time clinicians for Social Worker 4 positions.
We're seeking dedicated professionals who are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality behavioral health services to both children, youth, and adult populations. If you thrive in a collaborative environment, value person-centered care, and are eager to help individuals and families achieve positive outcomes, we encourage you to apply.
Take the next step in your career and join a team that's making a lasting impact every day!
Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) plus:
A master's degree in social work followed by three years of social services experience.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties:
As a Licensed Clinician you will provide compassionate, evidence-based behavioral health services to children, youth, and adults experiencing mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders. In this role, you will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to assess client needs, develop individualized treatment plans, coordinate care, and support clients and their families on their path to recovery.
Key Responsibilities
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Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized, evidence-based treatment plans for children, youth, and adults with mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders.
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Provide individual and group therapy, crisis intervention, case management, and supportive counseling to help clients achieve their treatment goals.
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Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, families, schools, community providers, and other support systems to coordinate comprehensive behavioral health services.
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Monitor client progress, revise individualized Plans of Care as needed, and maintain timely, accurate clinical documentation, including assessments, progress notes, and discharge summaries.
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Connect clients and families with community resources while ensuring compliance with HIPAA, professional ethics, organizational policies, and Louisiana licensing standards.
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Manage a diverse caseload, participate in staff development and quality improvement initiatives, and contribute to a collaborative, patient-centered behavioral health team dedicated to improving outcomes across the lifespan.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
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.
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:
Tanisha Alexander
MHSD Human Resources Business Partner
[email protected]
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
