Mid Level Program Counselor Jobs
Mid level program counselor jobs go to professionals ready to own caseloads end to end, guide junior staff, and shape program outcomes with minimal day-to-day supervision. Openings run across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software, with Dartmouth Health, Alexander Youth Network, and Sun River Health among the organizations hiring at this level now.
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About this Job
This vacancy is located within the Total Quality Management (TQM) Department at Eastern Louisiana Mental Health System (ELMHS) in Jackson, Louisiana.
The Mission of ELMHS is to provide mental health evaluation, treatment, habilitation and consultation for adults. Programs include inpatient interventions, jail-based evaluations, supervised group home and residential programs, forensic evaluation, care, custody, and aftercare; intermediate and long term psychiatric are in coordination with the total system of care in Louisiana.
ELMHS is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Social Service Counselor 4-A to support the facility's quality improvement initiatives by promoting compliance with treatment planning standards, reviewing clinical documentation, monitoring performance improvement activities, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance the quality of patient care and ensure adherence to regulatory and accreditation requirements.
An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:
- Displaying Expertise: The ability to demonstrate specialized knowledge, skills, and experience to apply subject-matter expertise in diverse and evolving contexts.
- Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
- Managing Stakeholders: The ability to identify key stakeholders, manage relationships, and align interests to move work forward.
- Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.
- Driving Results: The ability to set and pursue goals, maintain focus amid competing demands, and deliver results.
- Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Six years of social services experience; OR
- Six years of full-time experience in any field plus three years of social services experience; OR
- A bachelor's degree plus three years of social services experience; OR
- An advanced degree in a social sciences field plus two years of social services experience.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Positions that provide addictive disorder counseling or prevention services will require certification or eligibility for certification issued by the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority (ADRA), or its successor.
Job Duties
- Provides direct services as a leader for the Competency Restoration group with pre-trial clients who enter the facility as not competent to proceed.
- Coordinates, implements, and monitors the provision of substance abuse education, treatment, and relapse prevention.
- Completes social needs health equity assessments on all intakes and provides statistical data for Total Quality Management (TQM).
- Documents treatment summaries on each client's chart, specifying progress towards treatment objectives and goals and response to interventions using the BIRP documentation method. Documents daily for all social services provided.
- Documents daily pertinent information needed by other treatment team providers for optimal care.
- Participates in educational trainings that are mandatory for accreditation and licensure of the facility.
- Maintains a current, valid, and unencumbered motor vehicle operator’s license.
Position-Specific Details
Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
Compensation: Salary is negotiable based on experience.
Special Entrance Rate (SER):
- $2,175.60 bi-weekly
- $27.20 per hour
Premium Pay
Facility Longevity Pay: $2.00–$5.00 per hour physically worked.
How To Apply
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
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. 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 this job title 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 on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Virginia Pace
ELMHS HR
ELMHS-HR@LA.GOV
225-634-0259
About this Job
This vacancy is located within the Total Quality Management (TQM) Department at Eastern Louisiana Mental Health System (ELMHS) in Jackson, Louisiana.
The Mission of ELMHS is to provide mental health evaluation, treatment, habilitation and consultation for adults. Programs include inpatient interventions, jail-based evaluations, supervised group home and residential programs, forensic evaluation, care, custody, and aftercare; intermediate and long term psychiatric are in coordination with the total system of care in Louisiana.
ELMHS is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Social Service Counselor 4-A to support the facility's quality improvement initiatives by promoting compliance with treatment planning standards, reviewing clinical documentation, monitoring performance improvement activities, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance the quality of patient care and ensure adherence to regulatory and accreditation requirements.
An ideal candidate should possess the following competencies:
- Displaying Expertise: The ability to demonstrate specialized knowledge, skills, and experience to apply subject-matter expertise in diverse and evolving contexts.
- Making Accurate Judgments: The ability to assess options, weigh risks, and make sound decisions using available information and logical reasoning.
- Managing Stakeholders: The ability to identify key stakeholders, manage relationships, and align interests to move work forward.
- Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.
- Driving Results: The ability to set and pursue goals, maintain focus amid competing demands, and deliver results.
- Accepting Direction: The ability to be open and willing to follow guidance or instructions.
Minimum Qualifications
- Six years of social services experience; OR
- Six years of full-time experience in any field plus three years of social services experience; OR
- A bachelor's degree plus three years of social services experience; OR
- An advanced degree in a social sciences field plus two years of social services experience.
EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION:
Every 30 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will be credited as one year of experience towards the six years of full-time work experience in any field. The maximum substitution allowed is 120 semester hours which substitutes for a maximum of four years of experience in any field.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:
Positions that provide addictive disorder counseling or prevention services will require certification or eligibility for certification issued by the Addictive Disorder Regulatory Authority (ADRA), or its successor.
Job Duties
- Provides direct services as a leader for the Competency Restoration group with pre-trial clients who enter the facility as not competent to proceed.
- Coordinates, implements, and monitors the provision of substance abuse education, treatment, and relapse prevention.
- Completes social needs health equity assessments on all intakes and provides statistical data for Total Quality Management (TQM).
- Documents treatment summaries on each client's chart, specifying progress towards treatment objectives and goals and response to interventions using the BIRP documentation method. Documents daily for all social services provided.
- Documents daily pertinent information needed by other treatment team providers for optimal care.
- Participates in educational trainings that are mandatory for accreditation and licensure of the facility.
- Maintains a current, valid, and unencumbered motor vehicle operator’s license.
Position-Specific Details
Appointment Type: Probational or Promotional
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday
Compensation: Salary is negotiable based on experience.
Special Entrance Rate (SER):
- $2,175.60 bi-weekly
- $27.20 per hour
Premium Pay
Facility Longevity Pay: $2.00–$5.00 per hour physically worked.
How To Apply
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
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. 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 this job title 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 on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Virginia Pace
ELMHS HR
ELMHS-HR@LA.GOV
225-634-0259
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Mid Level Program Counselor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level program counselor job?
Position your experience around ownership, not just participation. Highlight caseloads you managed independently, outcomes you drove, and decisions you made without close supervision. Tailor your resume to show program-specific skills like needs assessment, case documentation, and stakeholder coordination. Applications that demonstrate scope of responsibility rather than task completion consistently stand out at this level.
Which companies hire mid level program counselors?
Companies hiring mid level program counselors right now include Dartmouth Health, Alexander Youth Network, and Sun River Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Nonprofits, community health organizations, educational institutions, and government agencies tend to hire most actively at this experience level.
Are there remote mid level program counselor jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by specialty and employer type. About 10% of mid level program counselor openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements most common in education and community services roles that require some in-person client contact alongside administrative work.
How do I move up to a mid level program counselor role?
Moving from entry level to mid level typically means building a record of independent caseload management, deepening your specialty knowledge, and demonstrating measurable client or program outcomes. Taking on project coordination responsibilities, earning relevant certifications, and seeking feedback from supervisors on leadership readiness all signal to employers that you are prepared for greater ownership.
Which industries hire the most mid level program counselors?
Mid Level program counselor roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Technology & Software, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent demand because they operate large-scale programs that require experienced counselors who can manage complex cases and contribute to service design without senior oversight.