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At Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority (JPHSA) were dedicated to improving lives through quality behavioral health developmental disability and primary care services. Join our team and make a lasting impact in your community!

The Behavioral Health Community Services (BHCS) division offers a full range of evidence-based programssuch as Functional Family Therapy (FFT/FFT-CW) Multisystemic Therapy (MST) and Community Psychiatric Support & Treatment (CPST)to support individuals and families on their path to recovery.

As a Professional Counselor you will provide therapeutic services to youth adults and families involved in the behavioral health justice and child welfare systems helping them build stability resilience and hope.

Possession of a current Louisiana license to practice as a Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor (PLPC) or a Provisional Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (PLMFT).

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

Job Duties:
As a Professional Counselor you will

• Complete comprehensive assessments and service plans using appropriate diagnostic interviews and model techniques. Service plans include problems goals and objectives of the individual as well as type frequency and duration of service to be provided. Service plans are signed by the individual served and the guardian if the service recipient is a minor
• Provides therapeutic services to client consistent with the therapy model. The preferred location for intervention is the home of the client; however other locations may be suitable provided that adequate controls are in place to protect confidentiality
• Provides therapeutic interventions to the individuals served and families in the community and outside of the typical 9-5 hour workday as consistent involvement from family members is essential to the models. Consequently flexibility to conduct after-hours appointments is a necessity for this position
• Travels to homes and/or other locations in the community to provide services in a fashion consistent with the model. May transport individuals served in agency vehicles. Maintains compliance with JPHSAs Driver Safety Program Policy incumbent must have a current drivers license proof of insurance and clean driving record. Individuals served cannot be transported in incumbents personal vehicle
• Completes documentation in the agency electronic health record and in model specific systems regarding individuals served treatment
• Reviews assessments and other documentation to support the diagnosis and provide evidence of medical necessity

Position-Specific Details:

Appointment Type: Probational Promotional or Job Appointment

Career Progression: This position does participate in a Career Progression Group and can be filled as a Professional Counselor 1 2 3 or 4.

Work Schedule:Flexible work hours that may be outside of traditional 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday - Friday schedule dependent on job duties.

Compensation:The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be included in the application (i.e. relevant detailed experience/education).Resumes will notbe accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.

For further information about this vacancy contact:

Enjoli Lewis

Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority

3616 S. I-10 Service Road West Metairie LA 70001

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities.