MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL I (6555)
Salary
$40,578.00 - $48,694.00 Annually
Location
West Bank - Jefferson Parish, LA
Job Type
Permanent
Job Number
6555-09R
Department
Juvenile Services - Probation 2152
Opening Date
06/05/2026
Closing Date
6/19/2026 11:59 PM Central
Jefferson Parish Civil Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Purpose of Announcement
EXAMINATION IS ANNOUNCED TO SUPPLEMENT THE EXISTING EMPLOYMENT LIST TO FILL ONE (1) CURRENT WEST JEFFERSON VACANCY IN THE DEPARTMENT OF JUVENILE SERVICES AND FUTURE VACANCIES AS THEY OCCUR.
Kind of Work
This is professional work, under general supervision, coordinating resources for youth being processed through the Juvenile Assessment Center (JAC). Employees in this classification are responsible for managing and monitoring cases, arranging and coordinating support and resources with various social services agencies, the Jefferson Parish School System, and other state and local service providers. Monitor and manage cases on an as-needed basis; arrange client counseling, support and intervention. Coordinate services and exchange information between criminal justice agencies, and the Jefferson Parish School System. Coordinate special service arrangements. Assure data management activities meet requirements. Produce status reports and monthly self-audits. Conduct risk and need assessments. Maintain case files, including contact log and referral form. File correspondence from clients and other agencies. Use computer-based mental health screening tools. Individual must have personal vehicle available to drive to and from various locations in Jefferson Parish in order to perform job duties. This position will also work a varied schedule including nights and weekends. Position also requires driving of a personal vehicle, thus possession of a valid drivers license, acceptable driving record, and personal automobile with minimum liability insurance available for business use (business travel is reimbursed on a mileage basis) will be given preference.
Minimum Qualifications For Admission to Examination
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelors degree* in Psychology, Social Counseling, Social Work, or related field; PLUS, significant, professional-level experience in mental health screening and assessments AND/OR case management with juveniles and their families. Relevant, specialized field placement work of at least 480 hours as a student intern may substitute for the required experience.
NOTE: Any conviction listed in the Louisiana Child Protection Act (Louisiana R.S. 15:587.1) is considered disqualifying, unless written proof of pardon is submitted in time for consideration with the application.
Related education, experience, and/or professional certification(s) above and beyond the minimum qualifications will be required for consideration of an entrance salary above the minimum rate.
Kind of Examination
(ENTRANCE AND PROMOTIONAL)
The examination may consist of a written test, a rating of training and experience, an oral panel interview or any combination thereof. Acceptable applicants will be notified of the time, date, and place of any assembled testing. Applicants must supply complete and accurate information concerning their training and experience including a detailed description of their work experience, the names and addresses of all previous employers and the dates of employment. The information is subject to verification and the Personnel Department reserves the right to determine the quality and quantity of education and experience claimed for credit.
JOB POSTING NO. 6555-09R
DATE: 02/20/09
AMENDED: 10/18/13
RE-OPENED:06/05/26
Applications may be filed online at http://www.jeffparish.gov/apply OR either of the office addresses below:
Application Offices
East Jefferson: Room 206, 1221 Elmwood Park Blvd. Jefferson, LA 70123
West Jefferson: Suite 3100, 200 Derbigny St. Gretna, LA 70053
JEFFERSON PARISH CIVIL SERVICE BENEFITS
Vacation (Annual Leave)
Employees accumulate one half day of paid vacation for every two weeks worked.
Leave accrual rates increase with years of service. Any unused annual leave is
usually paid upon separation from Parish Employment.
Sick Leave
Employees accumulate one half day of paid sick leave for every two weeks worked.
Sick leave is available for personal illness, injury or medical consultations.
Holidays
Nine paid official holidays are observed, plus any holidays declared by Parish Officials.
Life Insurance
All regular employees receive a life insurance policy equal to one years salary.
Extra insurance may be purchased.
Medical Insurance
An HMO medical insurance plan is avalable for employees and their
dependents. Jefferson Parish pays 80% of the premium for employees and 50% of
the premiums for dependents.
A Flexible Benefits Plan
Employees have the opportunity to save money by paying for health
insurance and optional insurance with pre-tax dollars. A Flexible Savings
Account for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care is also available.
Retirement
Most regular employees belong to the Parochial Employees Retirement
System instead of the Social Security System. For employees hired after
January 01, 2007, a pension calculated at 3% of salary per year of service
is provided upon retirement at age 67 with 7 years of service, age 62 with
10 years of service, or age 55 with 30 years of service.
Tenure Payment
Employees are paid $25 per year of service in December of each year.
Employees must have worked two years before the first check is paid.
Deferred Compensation Plan(457b plan)
Similar to 401K programs, the 457b Deferred Plan allows employees to defer
up to $14,000 of pretax income each year to supplement retirement savings.
Pre-tax contributions can be cashed in upon retirement or termination without
penalty. This plan is provided by Nationwide Retirement Solutions 1-877-677-3678.
Special leaves of absence for military service, maternity leave, etc.
may be granted in accordance with the Personnel Rules.
01
The supplemental questions are a very important first step in our screening process. Therefore, you are required to complete these questions so that we may initially determine your eligibility for this position. A lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application may result in failure or disqualification for this position. This means you will be ineligible for further consideration in this recruitment process. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
02
Select the option that describes your highest level of education.
03
Do you possess a Bachelors degree in Psychology, Social Counseling, Social Work, or related field from an accredited college?
04
The Jefferson Parish Personnel Department must verify all educational credentials. For College Education, you must provide your official college transcripts and/or original college diploma. For High School Education, you must provide your original high school diploma or transcript. If you are claiming any additional educational credits or licenses on your application, please submit original, official proof of those credentials as well. To expedite the hiring process, we suggest you begin the process of obtaining this information IMMEDIATELY. For college transcripts, the College or University may mail them to: Jefferson Parish Personnel Department Attn: Recruitment Division 200 Derbigny St., Suite 3100 Gretna, LA 70053 OR The College or University may email the official transcripts to jeffjobs@jeffparish.net. For college and/or high school diplomas, the original, official diploma must be brought into one of the Personnel Offices. Failure to submit Official Transcripts/Diplomas will result in the rejection of your application. Please check "yes" to show that you have read and understand this statement.
05
How many hours, as a student intern, do you have of relevant, specialized field placement work?
06
If you have relevant, specialized field placement work as a student intern; provide a detailed description of your internship, including the location of the internship(s), and the job duties performed while completing your internship(s).
07
How many months and/or years of professional level experience mental health screening and assessments do you have?
08
Describe your professional-level work experience in mental health screening and assessment. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
09
How many months and/or years of professional level experience in case management with juveniles and their families do you have?
10
Describe your professional-level work experience in case management with juveniles and their families. Please be sure to include when and where this experience was obtained.
Required Question
Employer Jefferson Parish
Address 200 Derbigny Street, Suite 3100
Gretna, Louisiana, 70053
Phone 504-364-2730
504-736-6364
Website http://www.jeffparish.gov/apply