A leading healthcare staffing group is currently seeking Social Workers to join its Emergency Response Division in Louisiana . This role offers the opportunity to support rapid statewide deployments in partnership with the Louisiana Department of Health (LDH).
About the Opportunity :
- Start Timeline : Ability to deploy within 48 hours of notice
- Shift : Day (7 : 00 AM - 7 : 00 PM) or Night (7 : 00 PM - 7 : 00 AM)
- Schedule : 12-hour shifts; flexible assignments
- Setting : Emergency preparedness and disaster response environments
- Deployment Locations : New Orleans, Baton Rouge, Alexandria, Lake Charles, Lafayette, Thibodaux, Hammond, Monroe, Bossier City
Responsibilities :
Advocating for patients and connecting them to community resourcesProviding counseling, crisis intervention, and emotional supportConducting intake, case management, and discharge planningSupporting patients with behavioral health, social service, and family needsDocumenting patient care and ensuring compliance with reporting requirementsQualifications :
Minimum 1 year of clinical experience in Social Work, Behavioral Health, or related fieldsActive, unencumbered Social Work license (LMSW, LCSW, or equivalent; Louisiana compliance may be required)BLS / CPR certification preferredStrong knowledge of case management and behavioral health practicesExcellent communication and documentation skillsAbility to adapt to high-pressure and emergency environmentsCompassionate, patient-centered approachDesired Skills :
Prior experience in emergency response or disaster relief settingsAdditional specialty certifications in behavioral health or crisis interventionStrong adaptability and problem-solving skillsAbility to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams