<p>Louisiana Department of</p> <p>Public Safety & Corrections -</p> <p>Corrections Services</p> <p>www.doc.louisiana.gov</p> <p>ELAYN HUNT CORRECTIONAL CENTER</p> <p>St. Gariel, LA</p> <p>At the Louisiana Department of Corrections, our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen communities through fair, professional, and responsive corrections services. We are committed to protecting the people of Louisiana with integrity, accountability, and a deep respect for the rights and dignity of all.</p> <p>This is an opportunity to become part of a dedicated team supporting public safety, working in a correctional facility where professionalism, resilience, and teamwork are essential.</p> <p>Elayn Hunt Correctional Center is seeking a compassionate and skilled Social Worker to support the rehabilitation, stability, and well-being of individuals in our care. This role is essential to delivering evidence-based services, addressing behavioral and emotional needs, and promoting successful reentry through structured treatment planning and supportive interventions.</p> <p>Why work for DOC?</p> <ul> <li>Culture: DOC values and supports employees through numerous recognition programs, creating a sense of community, prioritizing internal promotional opportunities, clear communication, and professional development. </li><li>Growth: Professional growth is encouraged at DOC through numerous avenues.  </li><li>Benefits: DOC offers a generous benefits package including; a defined benefit pension plan, health insurance that is also available post-retirement, at least 10 paid holidays, sick and annual leave that rolls over from year to year, paid or time off accrued for hours worked over 40 per week, a deferred compensation plan, a flexible benefits plan, alternate work schedules etc. Alternative work schedules including 4/10's MAY be an available benefit for certain positions upon meeting the policy requirements. </li></ul> <p>Please visit our website by clicking here to learn more about DOC, our facilities, and our mission.</p> <p>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:</p> <p>A master's degree in social work.</p> <p>NOTE:</p> <p>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.The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.Job Duties:</p> <ul> <li>Provides advanced clinical and technical expertise in assessing psychosocial functioning and delivering specialized treatment interventions for individuals experiencing significant behavioral disorders, social dysfunction, or acute risk of harm to self or others. </li><li>Develops, implements, and monitors complex individualized treatment plans that address identified needs, behavioral and emotional responses, and family or environmental factors impacting the individual's progress and stability. </li><li>Serves as the social work authority on a multidisciplinary team, contributing clinical insight and treatment recommendations for specialized medical, mental health, or high-risk populations within the correctional environment. </li><li>Offers expert testimony and advocacy on behalf of clients during court proceedings, ensuring accurate representation of clinical findings, treatment needs, and psychosocial considerations. </li><li>Facilitates therapeutic group sessions designed to promote emotional regulation, skill-building, education, and problem-solving for assigned populations, using evidence-based practices to support rehabilitation and positive behavioral change. </li></ul> <p>Position-Specific Details: </p> <p>Appointment Type: PROBATION, or PROMOTION OF A PERMANENT,CLASSIFIED LOUISIANA STATE EMPLOYEE </p> <ul> <li>Current permanent status classified LA State employees may be required to accept a probational appointment if accepted.  </li><li>An employee selected for a promotion may be required to serve a trial detail prior to being permanently promoted.  </li></ul> <p>This posting may also be used to fill a vacancy as a temporary job appointment. If filled as a temporary job appointment, should a permanent position become available, the employee may be converted to a probational appointment.  </p> <p>Compensation: This position has a Special Entrance Rate (SER) at each level. However, the salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.</p> <ul> <li>Social Worker 1 has an SER of $19.88 per hour </li><li>Social Worker 2 has an SER of $21.27 per hour </li><li>Social Worker 3 has an SER of $22.76 per hour </li></ul> <p>This position also offers premium pay: A rate between $2.00 and $5.00 an hour for each regular hour worked, based on years of service with DOC, in addition to regular pay.</p> <p>Career Progression Group: SOCIAL WORKER 1, 2, OR 3</p> <ul> <li>Filled at the highest level of experience of the selected applicant. </li><li>Salary depends on the level of experience. </li></ul> <p>Other Important Information:</p> <ul> <li>IMPORTANT: In the supplemental questions section, applicants must authorize the HR Office of DPS&C-Corrections Services to contact prior employers to check references under the Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), to be considered for employment, by answering 'YES' to the PREA question. </li><li>Any degree, certificate, special license, or DD-214 must be verified by official documentation prior to hire. </li><li>Any qualifying experience that is based on college credit/college hours should have an accompanying transcript for verification. </li><li>This is a 24-hour facility. </li><li>This Agency is a Drug-Free Workplace. </li></ul> <p>How to Apply:</p> <p>No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.  </p> <p>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.</p> <ul> <li>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. </li><li>To view and apply to any of our other postings we currently have available, click HERE.  </li></ul> <p>The Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections - Corrections Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any non-merit factor, including disability.</p> <p>For further information about this vacancy, contact:</p> <p>Hilary Dugar</p> <p>Human Resources Department</p> <p>Elayn Hunt Correctional Center</p> <p>Ph: (225) 319-4128</p> <p>Fax: (225) 319-4592</p>