Office of Juvenile JusticeBridge City Center for Youth3225 River Rd., Bridge City, Louisiana 70094https://ojj.la.gov/location/bridge-city-center-for-youth-jefferson-parishThe Office of Juvenile Justice is seeking an experienced Social Worker 6-A to provide advanced clinical assessments and expert consultation within the JUMP sexual behavior treatment program. In this role, you will conduct evidence-based psychosexual re-appraisals that guide treatment decisions, placement recommendations, and long-term rehabilitation outcomes.
You will complete specialized assessments, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, interview youth and key staff, and translate complex information into clear, comprehensive reports used by probation and parole, treatment providers, and the courts. The position also includes providing consultation and coordination on complex policy and procedural areas at an all-male secure-care facility.
We’re looking for a detail-oriented clinical professional with strong judgment, excellent writing skills, and the ability to communicate findings with clarity and compassion. Your expertise will directly shape treatment pathways and support safer, healthier futures for youth.
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 followed by five years of social services experience.The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found
here.Job Duties:Conduct psychosexual re-appraisals for youth in the JUMP sexual behavior treatment program using the OJJ protocol.
Attend treatment sessions to assess youth engagement and readiness for re-appraisal.
Interview youth, treatment providers, case managers, dorm staff, and probation & parole officers.
Review legal, educational, mental health, and historical records to inform clinical conclusions.
Administer assessments such as CANS-SD, JSOAP-II, and other tools as needed.
Incorporate relevant research (e.g., ACEs) into clinical interpretation and recommendations.
Write comprehensive reports detailing treatment progress, risk/protective factors, and placement recommendations.
Submit reports for supervisory review, revise as needed, and provide finalized reports to probation & parole.
Attend court hearings to discuss findings when ordered by the court.
Review appraisal results with the treatment team, youth, families, and involved providers.
Provide consultation and coordination on complex program areas, including policy and procedure development.
Position-Specific Details:Work Location: This vacancy is located at Bridge City Center for Youth in Bridge City, Louisiana
Appointment Type: Full time, Probational
Work Schedule: This position works Monday- Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm.
The incumbent of this position must not have been convicted or pled nolo contendere to a crime listed in R.S. 15:587.1 (c)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 the position 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. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
For further information about this vacancy, contact:Garilyn London
OJJ/ Human Resources
Garilyn.London@la.govIn the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of Juvenile Justice to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) to be considered for employment.
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.
If you are contacted for an interview, please let us know at that time if you will need special accommodations.
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.
