What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health Center Manager A position at LDH- Imperial Calcasieu Human Services Authority?
Salary
$4,876.00 - $8,788.00 Monthly
Location
DeRidder, LA
Job Type
Classified
Job Number
IMCAL 2026 - 8
Department
LDH- Imperial Calcasieu Human Services Authority
Opening Date
03/11/2026
Closing Date
3/25/2026 11:59 PM Central
About this Job
Imperial Calcasieu Human Services Authority (ImCal HSA) exists so that citizens with mental health, addictions, and developmental challenges residing in the parishes of Allen, Beauregard, Calcasieu, Cameron, and Jefferson Davis are empowered, and self-determination is valued such that individuals live a satisfying, hopeful, and contributing life.
We're looking for a Behavioral Health Center Manager-A to join our Beauregard & Allen Clinics. Our Behavioral Health Services division provides comprehensive and coordinated outpatient services to individuals with mental illness and/or an addictive disorder (alcohol, drugs, or gambling) for both adults and children.
Minimum Qualifications
A master’s degree in a social science, health or human services, or health administration field plus three years of experience in health services, social services, nursing, or counseling; OR
A doctorate in a social science, health or human services, or health administration field, or a medical degree plus two years of experience in health services, social services, nursing, or counseling.
Job Specification
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here.
Job Duties and Other Information
Job Duties:
- Plans, implements, and directs outpatient behavioral health treatment services at the Allen and Beauregard Clinics under the direct supervision of the Behavioral Health Division Director.
- Ensuring the provision of outpatient psychiatric mental health, substance use, and co-occurring treatment services; coordinating care with community support programs/ contracts; and interacting with all referral sources such as primary care providers, justice systems and DCFS.
- Provides direct behavioral health clinical services and serves as back up for licensed therapy/ counseling staff, in times of staffing shortages, illness, etc.
- Directly supervise the work product and performance of subordinate staff. Reviews time and attendance records to ensure accuracy and completeness. Conducts
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probational or permanent
Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Appointment Type: Probational or permanent
Work Schedule: Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday.
Compensation: The salary offered will be determined based on qualifications and experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- Licensed Addiction Counselor (LAC)
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
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.
- Information to support your eligibility for the position 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. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Leigh Conway
HR Director - ImCal HSA
Leigh.Conway@imcalhsa.org
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
Louisiana State Government represents a wide variety of career options and offers an outstanding opportunity to make a difference through public service. With an array of career opportunities in every major metropolitan center and in many rural areas, state employment provides an outstanding option to begin or continue your career.
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
As a state employee, you will earn competitive pay, choose from a variety of benefits, and have access to a great professional development program:
Insurance Coverage More information can be found at https://info.groupbenefits.org/
Parental Leave – Up to six weeks paid parental leave
More information can be found at https://www.civilservice.louisiana.gov/Parental-Leave/Default.aspx
Holidays and Leave – State employees receive the following paid holidays each year:
- New Year's Day
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Day,
- Mardi Gras,
- Good Friday,
- Memorial Day,
- Independence Day,
- Labor Day,
- Veteran's Day,
- Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day.
State employees earn sick and annual leave which can be accumulated and saved for future use. Your accrual rate increases as your years of service increase.
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- Louisiana State Employees Retirement System (www.lasersonline.org). LASERS has provided this video to give you more detailed information about their system
- Teacher's Retirement System of Louisiana (www.trsl.org),
- Louisiana School Employees Retirement System (www.lsers.net), among others
Salary : $4,876 - $8,788