Social Worker, Mental Health

Office of Juvenile Justice – Thibodaux Regional Office

Louisiana Office of Juvenile Justice (OJJ) is committed to protecting the public by providing safe and effective individualized services to youth. We are seeking a licensed and experienced professional to serve as Social Worker 5-A, providing advanced clinical services to youth in secure care settings. This role involves direct therapeutic engagement, case management, and coordination with multidisciplinary teams to support rehabilitation, emotional well‑being, and successful reintegration.

Ideal candidate demonstrates clinical expertise, cultural competence, and a deep commitment to trauma‑informed and youth‑centered care. Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice as a Licensed Master’s Social Worker (LMSW) or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) plus a master’s degree in social work and four years of social services experience is required.

• Provide individual and group counseling to youth using evidence‑based practices.
• Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Collaborate with facility staff, families, and external providers to coordinate care.
• Monitor progress and adjust interventions to meet evolving needs.
• Document services and maintain accurate clinical records in accordance with agency standards.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to case planning.
• Advocate for youth needs and support their transition to community‑based services.

Work Location: Thibodaux Regional Office, Thibodaux, Louisiana.

Appointment Type: Full‑time Probational, Promotional, Detail to Special Duty, or Job Appointment.

Eligibility: The incumbent must not have been convicted or pled nolo contend ere to a crime listed in R.S. 15.587.1 (c).

No Civil Service test score is required. To apply, click the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

NOTE:

Prior to an appointment, the selected applicant must take and pass a drug screening test, possess a valid Louisiana Driver’s License, and clear a background check.

* The Office of Juvenile Justice is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. For more information on employment‑related resources available for those with disabilities, refer to the Louisiana Employment Resource Guide.