Social service counselor 4-b
Company Name:
Louisiana Department of State Civil Service
Job Title: SOCIAL SERVICE COUNSELOR 4-B
Agency: Florida Parishes Human Services Authority
Opening Date: Fri. 01/09/15
Closing Date/Time: Wed. 01/14/15 11:59 PM Central Time
State Salary Range: $15.23 - $32.06 hourly
$2,640.00 - $5,557.00 monthly
Agency Hiring Range: Min: Max:
Job Type: Classified
Location: Mandeville, Louisiana
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MINIMUM
Qualifications:
A baccalaureate degree plus three years of professional social services experience.
SUBSTITUTIONS:
Six years of full-time work experience in any field may be substituted for the required baccalaureate degree.
Candidates without a baccalaureate degree may combine work experience and college credit to substitute for the baccalaureate degree as follows:
A maximum of 120 semester hours may be combined with experience to substitute for the baccalaureate degree.
30 to 59 semester hours credit will substitute for one year of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
60 to 89 semester hours credit will substitute for two years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
90 to 119 semester hours credit will substitute for three years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
120 or more semester hours credit will substitute for four years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
College credit earned without obtaining a baccalaureate degree may be substituted for a maximum of four years full-time work experience towards the baccalaureate degree. Candidates with 120 or more semester hours of credit, but without a degree, must also have at least two years of full-time work experience to substitute for the baccalaureate degree.
A baccalaureate degree in social work, sociology, psychology, behavioral science or human service counseling from an accredited institution will substitute for one year of the required experience.
Graduate training in social work, sociology, psychology, or human service counseling from an accredited institution will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience on the basis of thirty semester hours for one year of experience.
A master's degree in the above fields will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience.
Specialized college course work will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Positions that provide addictive disorder counseling services require a current practice credential as a Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC), Registered Addiction Counselor (RAC), or Licensed Addictive Counselor (LAC) issued by the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority (ADRA), or its successor, pursuant to the Addictive Disorder Practice Act, LA RS. 37.3386-3390.6
NOTE:
Any college hours or degree must be from a school accredited by one of the following regional accrediting bodies: the Middle States Commission on Higher Education; the New England Association of Schools and Colleges; the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools; the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities; the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools; and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
NOTE:
The master's degree in social work must be from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, 1701 Duke Street, Suite 200, Alexandria, VA 22314.
Supplemental Information:
This position is located at Northlake Addictive Disorders Clinic in Mandeville
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Positions that provide addictive disorder counseling services require a current practice credential as a Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC), Registered Addiction Counselor (RAC), or Licensed Addictive Counselor (LAC) issued by the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority (ADRA).
There is a Special Entrance Rate of $3,120.00 monthly.
Please refer to the 'Job Specifications' tab located at the top of the LA Careers 'Current Job Opportunities' page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.
Applicants may be asked to serve a probationary period of not less than 12 months and not more than 24.
Preference may be given to applicants that have previous experience in providing SA treatment prior to March 1, 2012 or have passed a competency test administered through the Louisiana Association of Substance Abuse Counselors & Trainers (LASACT).
Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for 8100-Professional Level Exam in order to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rule or policy. If you do not have a score prior to applying to this posting, your application shall not be considered.
Applicants without current test scores can apply to take the test%2D100>here.
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.
Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing all relevant sections of the application.
Failure to completely read and follow the instructions given in the Supplemental Information section of the posting for which you are applying, or to fully complete your application may result in your application being rejected.It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess.
Applicants can check the status of their application at any time by selecting the 'Application Status' link after logging into their account. Below are the most common status messages and their
meanings.
Application Status Message
What it Means
Application received
Your application has been submitted successfully.
Checking for required test score
We are making sure you have an active, passing score for the required written test.
Evaluating experience
Your application is being reviewed by Human Resources to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
Eligible for consideration
You are among a group of applicants who MAY be selected for the position.
Referred to hiring manager for review
Your application has been delivered to the hiring manager. You may or may not be called for an interview.
Position filled
Someone has been selected for the position.
Position cancelled
The agency has decided not to fill the position.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for this position online.
Those wishing to submit a paper application may mail their application to Florida Parishes Human Services Authority (see mailing address).
Paper applications may be downloaded from the Civil Service Website by clickinghere.Additional information about Florida Parishes Human Services Authority may be obtained byvisiting our website.
Mailing address:
Florida Parishes Human Services Authority
Attn: Suzanne Baggett
Human Resources
835-B Pride Drive
Hammond, LA 70401
Additional information may be obtained by contacting the
Human Resources Officeduring the hours of 8 am - 4:00pm, Monday through Friday.
Phone number
Fax number
Job Concepts:
Function of Work:
To serve as a certified addiction counselor.
Level of Work:
Advanced.
Supervision Received:
Broad from a Social Service Counselor 5, social worker, or other higher-level social services personnel.
Supervision Exercised:
May provide functional supervision to lower-level counselors and other direct care providers.
Location of Work:
Department of Health and Hospitals; LSU-Health Sciences Centers, Acute Care Hospitals, Medical Schools; Veterans Affairs; Department of Corrections; Department of Social Services.
Job Distinctions:
Differs from the Professional Counselor job series by the absence of a master's degree and licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Differs from Social Service Counselors 1, 2, and 3 by serving as a certified addiction counselor.
Differs from Social Service Counselor 4-A by the absence of responsibility for assessment, development, implementation, and evaluation of specialized programs.
Differs from a Social Service Counselor 5 by absence of supervisory responsibility.
Examples of Work:
Participates in the decision making process of the treatment team including formulating therapeutic activities and recommending a treatment plan.
Meets with officials of local and state agencies, professional organizations, advocacy organizations and private providers to develop and maintain a viable service delivery system.
Serves as a group leader/facilitator in a peer group made up of persons with addictive disorders in order to educate them on coping with such difficulties.
Serves as liaison and coordinator between individuals, their families, the community, and service providers.
Evaluates and monitors services and redirects when indicated.
May provide expert testimony and recommendations on behalf of clients in court cases in response to judges and other officers of the court.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Louisiana Department of State Civil Service
Job Title: SOCIAL SERVICE COUNSELOR 4-B
Agency: Florida Parishes Human Services Authority
Opening Date: Fri. 01/09/15
Closing Date/Time: Wed. 01/14/15 11:59 PM Central Time
State Salary Range: $15.23 - $32.06 hourly
$2,640.00 - $5,557.00 monthly
Agency Hiring Range: Min: Max:
Job Type: Classified
Location: Mandeville, Louisiana
Print Job Information-Apply
%2D100>Qualifications %2D100>Benefits %2D100>Supplemental Questions
MINIMUM
Qualifications:
A baccalaureate degree plus three years of professional social services experience.
SUBSTITUTIONS:
Six years of full-time work experience in any field may be substituted for the required baccalaureate degree.
Candidates without a baccalaureate degree may combine work experience and college credit to substitute for the baccalaureate degree as follows:
A maximum of 120 semester hours may be combined with experience to substitute for the baccalaureate degree.
30 to 59 semester hours credit will substitute for one year of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
60 to 89 semester hours credit will substitute for two years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
90 to 119 semester hours credit will substitute for three years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
120 or more semester hours credit will substitute for four years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree.
College credit earned without obtaining a baccalaureate degree may be substituted for a maximum of four years full-time work experience towards the baccalaureate degree. Candidates with 120 or more semester hours of credit, but without a degree, must also have at least two years of full-time work experience to substitute for the baccalaureate degree.
A baccalaureate degree in social work, sociology, psychology, behavioral science or human service counseling from an accredited institution will substitute for one year of the required experience.
Graduate training in social work, sociology, psychology, or human service counseling from an accredited institution will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience on the basis of thirty semester hours for one year of experience.
A master's degree in the above fields will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience.
Specialized college course work will substitute for a maximum of one year of the required experience.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Positions that provide addictive disorder counseling services require a current practice credential as a Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC), Registered Addiction Counselor (RAC), or Licensed Addictive Counselor (LAC) issued by the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority (ADRA), or its successor, pursuant to the Addictive Disorder Practice Act, LA RS. 37.3386-3390.6
NOTE:
Any college hours or degree must be from a school accredited by one of the following regional accrediting bodies: the Middle States Commission on Higher Education; the New England Association of Schools and Colleges; the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools; the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities; the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools; and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
NOTE:
The master's degree in social work must be from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, 1701 Duke Street, Suite 200, Alexandria, VA 22314.
Supplemental Information:
This position is located at Northlake Addictive Disorders Clinic in Mandeville
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Positions that provide addictive disorder counseling services require a current practice credential as a Certified Addiction Counselor (CAC), Registered Addiction Counselor (RAC), or Licensed Addictive Counselor (LAC) issued by the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority (ADRA).
There is a Special Entrance Rate of $3,120.00 monthly.
Please refer to the 'Job Specifications' tab located at the top of the LA Careers 'Current Job Opportunities' page of the Civil Service website for specific information on salary ranges, minimum qualifications and job concepts for each level.
Applicants may be asked to serve a probationary period of not less than 12 months and not more than 24.
Preference may be given to applicants that have previous experience in providing SA treatment prior to March 1, 2012 or have passed a competency test administered through the Louisiana Association of Substance Abuse Counselors & Trainers (LASACT).
Applicants must have Civil Service test scores for 8100-Professional Level Exam in order to be considered for this vacancy unless exempted by Civil Service rule or policy. If you do not have a score prior to applying to this posting, your application shall not be considered.
Applicants without current test scores can apply to take the test%2D100>here.
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.
Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing all relevant sections of the application.
Failure to completely read and follow the instructions given in the Supplemental Information section of the posting for which you are applying, or to fully complete your application may result in your application being rejected.It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess.
Applicants can check the status of their application at any time by selecting the 'Application Status' link after logging into their account. Below are the most common status messages and their
meanings.
Application Status Message
What it Means
Application received
Your application has been submitted successfully.
Checking for required test score
We are making sure you have an active, passing score for the required written test.
Evaluating experience
Your application is being reviewed by Human Resources to ensure you meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
Eligible for consideration
You are among a group of applicants who MAY be selected for the position.
Referred to hiring manager for review
Your application has been delivered to the hiring manager. You may or may not be called for an interview.
Position filled
Someone has been selected for the position.
Position cancelled
The agency has decided not to fill the position.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to apply for this position online.
Those wishing to submit a paper application may mail their application to Florida Parishes Human Services Authority (see mailing address).
Paper applications may be downloaded from the Civil Service Website by clickinghere.Additional information about Florida Parishes Human Services Authority may be obtained byvisiting our website.
Mailing address:
Florida Parishes Human Services Authority
Attn: Suzanne Baggett
Human Resources
835-B Pride Drive
Hammond, LA 70401
Additional information may be obtained by contacting the
Human Resources Officeduring the hours of 8 am - 4:00pm, Monday through Friday.
Phone number
Fax number
Job Concepts:
Function of Work:
To serve as a certified addiction counselor.
Level of Work:
Advanced.
Supervision Received:
Broad from a Social Service Counselor 5, social worker, or other higher-level social services personnel.
Supervision Exercised:
May provide functional supervision to lower-level counselors and other direct care providers.
Location of Work:
Department of Health and Hospitals; LSU-Health Sciences Centers, Acute Care Hospitals, Medical Schools; Veterans Affairs; Department of Corrections; Department of Social Services.
Job Distinctions:
Differs from the Professional Counselor job series by the absence of a master's degree and licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Differs from Social Service Counselors 1, 2, and 3 by serving as a certified addiction counselor.
Differs from Social Service Counselor 4-A by the absence of responsibility for assessment, development, implementation, and evaluation of specialized programs.
Differs from a Social Service Counselor 5 by absence of supervisory responsibility.
Examples of Work:
Participates in the decision making process of the treatment team including formulating therapeutic activities and recommending a treatment plan.
Meets with officials of local and state agencies, professional organizations, advocacy organizations and private providers to develop and maintain a viable service delivery system.
Serves as a group leader/facilitator in a peer group made up of persons with addictive disorders in order to educate them on coping with such difficulties.
Serves as liaison and coordinator between individuals, their families, the community, and service providers.
Evaluates and monitors services and redirects when indicated.
May provide expert testimony and recommendations on behalf of clients in court cases in response to judges and other officers of the court.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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