Social Worker, Mental Health

Louisiana Department of

Public Safety & Corrections –

Corrections Services

www.doc.louisiana.gov

LA CORRECTIONAL INSTITUTE FOR WOMEN

St. Gabriel, LA

At the Louisiana Department of Corrections, our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen communities through fair, professional, and responsive corrections services. We are committed to protecting the people of Louisiana with integrity, accountability, and a deep respect for the rights and dignity of all.

This is an opportunity to become part of a dedicated team supporting public safety,
working in a correctional facility where professionalism, resilience, and teamwork are essential.

The Louisiana Correctional Institute for Women is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Social Worker to join our multidisciplinary team and support the rehabilitation, well-being, and successful reentry of the women in our care. This role is essential to fostering a safe, humane, and growth-oriented environment within the state’s only correctional facility for women.

• Culture: DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development.
• Growth: Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.
• Benefits: DOC offers a generous benefits package including; a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post-retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules etc. Alternative work schedules including 4/10’s MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements.

Please visit our website by clicking here to learn more about DOC, our facilities, and our mission.

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.

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans
• Provide individual and group counseling addressing mental health, trauma, substance use, family relationships, and life skills
• Respond to crises and provide stabilization support
• Collaborate with security, medical, mental health, and program staff to ensure continuity of care
• Maintain accurate, confidential documentation in accordance with state and facility standards
• Assist with reentry planning, including referrals to community resources and support services
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to program development

Appointment Type: PROBATION, or PROMOTION OF A PERMANENT, CLASSIFIED LOUISIANA STATE EMPLOYEE

• Current permanent status classified LA State employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if accepted.
• An employee selected for a promotion may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted.
• This posting may also be used to fill a vacancy as a temporary job appointment. If filled as a temporary job appointment, should a permanent position become available, the employee may be converted to a probational appointment.

Compensation: This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) at each level. However, the salary offered will…