Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Lcsw) - Jena, Louisiana

Join Our Team as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Jena, LouisianaAre you a dedicated mental health professional seeking a meaningful opportunity to make a difference? VieMed Healthcare Staffing is seeking a qualified Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide vital behavioral health services at the ICE Health Services Corps (IHSC) facility in Jena. This role offers a unique chance to serve within a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment, supporting detainees with complex mental health needs while advancing your professional expertise.In this position, you will conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and deliver direct mental health services, including individual and group psychotherapy, substance abuse education, and behavioral analysis. Your expertise will help improve behavioral health outcomes and ensure compliance with federal standards. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a critical public health mission while working in a supportive, team-oriented setting.Required Skills:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited program recognized by the U.S. Department of Education
• Current, unrestricted license to practice as an LCSW in Louisiana
• Minimum of one year of independent clinical social work experience
• Proficiency in mental health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment planning
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment
• Knowledge of HIPAA and Privacy Act regulations regarding patient confidentiality
• Experience with electronic health records (EHR) systems

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience in detention, correctional, or residential healthcare settings
• Familiarity with the Modified Therapeutic Community treatment model
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association or Red Cross
• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish
• Experience providing telehealth or tele-behavioral health services

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited CSWE program
• At least one year of post-licensure clinical experience
• Prior experience implementing mental health treatment programs or working within a correctional or detention environment

Other Requirements:

• Ability to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
• Willingness to participate in rotational on-call coverage
• Physical ability to respond swiftly to medical emergencies and assist patients during crises
• Successful completion of background checks and security clearances required by DHS and ICE

This full-time role offers competitive pay at $45/hour, with an effective blended rate of $46.80/hour including holiday pay, along with comprehensive benefits such as medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matching, paid sick leave, and more. Join us in our mission to provide exceptional healthcare services and make a lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.Take the next step in your professional journey—apply now and become part of a dedicated team committed to excellence in healthcare delivery.VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer (“EEO”)/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply#LiveYourLife #ZR #zr