We’re looking for an enthusiastic Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LCSW/LPC) to join a team dedicated to providing quality care in a collaborative, integrative healthcare setting. This full-time behavioral health role for a licensed social worker or licensed counselor requires no evenings, weekends, or on-call shifts—ideal for a mental health professional seeking work-life balance. Enjoy hospital-level benefits with small practice perks like predictable hours and a tight-knit team. This position is located in the greater New Orleans metropolitan area in Marrero. You’ll provide evidence-based therapy and crisis intervention, collaborating with psychiatrists, primary care providers, and case managers to provide top-notch mental health services.

About Us

If you support increasing access to healthcare and important community services, you’ll love our mission. Jefferson Parish Human Services Authority (JPHSA) helps individuals and families in Jefferson Parish affected by mental illness, addictive disorders, and developmental disabilities to live full, healthy, independent and productive lives. JPHSA’s JeffCare Community Health Centers provide integrated primary care and behavioral healthcare services for all ages.

Compensation, Benefits & More

• Competitive salary $59,066 and depending on experience up to $71,133 per year
• Insurance: Great insurance package (health plan options, as well as dental, vision, and life options)
• Generous Paid leave: Generous paid leave in addition to at least 9-12 paid official state holidays
• Flexible work schedule
• Paid professional development opportunities
• Retirement: Great retirement options
• Student loan debt repayment: May qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) or other programs for student loan debt
• Free, nearby parking
• Filtered water stations

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans
• Deliver individual therapy and group therapy using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and other behavioral interventions
• Provide crisis intervention for patients in distress
• Collaborate on cases involving anxiety, depression, and/or developmental disabilities
• Maintain EMR/EHR records

Qualifications & Skills

• Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Louisiana
• Experience with children, adolescent, and teen populations or outpatient therapy preferred
• Skilled in CBT and crisis management
• Positive, proactive, and solution-focused
• Adaptable communication skills and ability to interact effectively at different levels with different audiences
• Cultural competence and ability to treat all with dignity and respect

Contact

Put your skills to work for the greater good. Submit your resume to Mark Zinter at mzinter@jphsa.org.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $59,066.00 - $71,133.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights
• No weekends

Ability to Commute:

• Marrero, La 70072 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Marrero, La 70072: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person