Clinical Social Worker

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At Catholic Charities of Acadiana, we care for the sacred dignity of all human life—especially the most vulnerable. Every member of our team plays a vital role in building a more compassionate community grounded in our core values:
Dignity of the Human Person, Solidarity, Boundless Mercy, Joyful Tenacity, Humility, and Justice. We are seeking a Clinical Social Worker to provide comprehensive, client‑centered care to individuals and families facing crisis, homelessness, trauma, or instability. This role blends clinical assessment, therapeutic intervention, and intensive care coordination to promote safety, healing, and long‑term self‑sufficiency.

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial and diagnostic assessments to identify client strengths, risks, and treatment goals.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment and service plans integrating clinical and case management goals.
• Provide short‑term therapy, crisis intervention, and supportive counseling using trauma‑informed and evidence‑based practices.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care and connect clients with housing, healthcare, mental health, substance use, and social support services.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement appropriate safety planning.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation and adjust care plans based on client progress and feedback.
• Facilitate case conferences, team meetings, and coordination‑of‑care plans during inpatient placement, discharge, and follow‑up.
• Provide aftercare support for up to six months post‑discharge to promote long‑term stability.
• Collaborate with community partners and service providers to enhance care coordination and advocacy.
• Model professionalism, empathy, and the values of Catholic Charities of Acadiana in every interaction.
• All other duties as assigned.

• Education:
  
  Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• Licensure:
  Current Louisiana LCSW or LMSW required.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 2 years of post‑graduate experience in clinical or case management settings (homeless services, behavioral health, crisis, or trauma work preferred).
• Strong understanding of trauma‑informed care, harm reduction, and strengths‑based approaches.
• Competency in DSM‑5 diagnostic criteria and evidence‑based therapeutic interventions.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, empathy, and composure in high‑stress environments.
• Proficiency with electronic case management systems and standard software tools.

• Medium physical demand:
  Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. 100% of the time.
• Job Type: Full‑time

• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance