We believe that our individual differences are our strength, and they form the foundation that allows our agency to empower individuals to experience a greater quality of life.
Our agency’s vision is that all people will be empowered to lead meaningful and productive lives among friends, relatives, and neighbors, regardless of behavioral health needs or developmental disabilities. We have been lighting the path forward into recovery by providing person-centered services to adults and children who meet the treatment criteria for substance use disorders, developmental disabilities, and/or mental health.
Join our team at Florida Parishes Human Services Authority as a Social Service Counselor 1,2, or 3 in our Developmental Disabilities Services (DDS) division. This position is promotional and is only open to current, permanent employees of FPHSA. We are seeking a compassionate, detail-oriented professional with strong knowledge of developmental disabilities services, waiver programs, and community resources.
An ideal candidate will possess the following competencies:
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Demonstrating Accountability: The ability to take ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes.
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Focusing on Customers: The ability to understand and meet the needs, preferences, and experiences of internal and external customers.
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Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
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Three years of social services experience; OR
Six years of full-time experience in any field; OR
A bachelor's degree.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Positions that provide addictive disorder counseling or prevention services will require certification or eligibility for certification issued by the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority (ADRA), or its successor.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties:
Receives and responds to inquiries from individuals, families, and referring agencies regarding Developmental Disabilities (DD) services and available supports.
Assesses individual needs and circumstances to recommend appropriate services, including intake appointments, eligibility redeterminations, or referrals for immediate assistance.
Obtains, reviews, and prepares documentation and information necessary to support DD eligibility determinations and service decisions.
Coordinates and manages intake caseloads, including scheduling appointments, preparing records, maintaining appointment information, and ensuring timely completion of required processes.
Maintains accurate participant information in the OCDD Data System, including appointment updates, closures, Statements of Approval, and Screening for Urgency of Need (SUN) requests.
Communicates with individuals, families, Support Coordinators, and agency staff to facilitate appointments, follow-up services, and continuity of care.
Coordinates participant discharges and transfers between regions, including service coordination, record transfers, system updates, and recommendations for ongoing service needs.
Responds to agency requests for current Statements of Approval and provides appropriate referrals and assistance to support continued DD, EPSDT Medicaid, Resource Center, and other services.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Promotional Only. This position is only open to current, permanent employees of FPHSA.
Career Progression: This position will be filled as either a
Social Service Counselor 1, 2, or 3
Compensation: The salary range for the position is below.
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Social Service Counselor 1: $16.06/hour minimum - $28.90/hour maximum
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Social Service Counselor 2: $17.18/hour minimum - $30.92/hour maximum
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Social Service Counselor 3: $19.67/hour minimum - $35.40/hour maximum
Salary may be negotiable depending on the chosen applicant’s level of experience. Note regarding the advertised pay range: The maximum amount listed is the maximum salary a person can make while in this title and NOT
the maximum amount we are allowed to pay a new hire.
Location: Developmental Disabilities Services (DDS) housed in Hammond, Louisiana.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their applications 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 on this vacancy, please contact:
Emily Barthelemy
HR Analyst C
Florida Parishes Human Services Authority
835 Pride Drive, Suite B
Hammond, LA 70401
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities. FPHSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
