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SOCIAL WORKER 1-4-(FUNCTIONAL FAMILY THERAPY - CHILD WELFARE THERAPIST/COUNSELOR)

EMBRACING OUR DIVERSITY MAKES US STRONGER

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 Worker providing Functional Family Therapy–Child Welfare (FFT-CW) to youth and families involved in the criminal justice system, DCFS, or wraparound services. This is a community-based position, with services delivered primarily in the homes of families across Tangipahoa, St. Helena, and Livingston Parishes.

We’re looking for a dedicated clinician who is comfortable working flexible, non-traditional hours—including some weekends—and who thrives in a field-based role that rarely involves office time. If you're passionate about supporting families at risk of abuse or neglect and want to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you!

To learn more about our agency, please visit our website.

Requirements

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.

Qualifications

The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.

Job Duties:

  • Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment and discharge plans using the FFT-CW model

  • Deliver in-home, evidence-based therapy to families, ensuring continuity of care

  • Collaborate with the FFT-CW team and receive ongoing support and oversight from FFT, LLC


  • Prepare and submit progress reports to social service agencies and referral sources as required


  • Assist families in accessing appropriate community resources when needed


  • Attend required trainings and webinars to enhance skills in assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental health and substance use disorders


  • Coordinate care with Peer Support Specialists, Case Management, and Care Coordinators to support family members with complex needs

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational Appointment or Job Appointment.
Career Progression: Social Worker 1,  Social Worker 2, Social Worker 3, or Social Worker 4.
Compensation: This position is eligible for premium pay of $1.00/hour for hours worked performing direct patient care.
The following rates are Special Entrance Rates (SER) established for this agency in these job titles:
  • Social Worker 1: $19.88/hour minimum - $33.08/hour maximum 
  • Social Worker 2: $21.27/hour minimum - $35.40/hour maximum
  • Social Worker 3: $22.76/hour minimum - $37.88/hour maximum
  • Social Worker 4: $24.35/hour minimum - $40.53/hour maximum
Location: Family Functional Therapy Unit housed in Hammond, Louisiana. 

We strongly recommend that individuals who have substance abuse treatment experience or have passed the ADC, AADC, or EMAC exam at the time of appointment apply to this posting.  

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 additional information about this vacancy contact: 
Emily Barthelemy, HR Analyst
Florida Parishes Human Services Authority
835 Pride Drive, Suite B, Hammond, Louisiana 70401
emily.barthelemy@fphsa.org

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. 

Date Posted
12/17/2025
Job Reference
215794-SW1-4-FFT
Organization
LDH-Florida Parishes Human Services Authority
Location
Hammond, LA 70802
Category
Mental Health/Social Services
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