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   The Executive Office of the Secretary:

  • Supervises, manages, and supports the Office of Management and Finance, the Office of Family Support, and the Office of Community Services within the Department of Social Services.
     
  • Exercises supervision and control over all functions, staff, and services within the Department of Social Services.
     
  • Directly supervises the Deputy Secretary, the Undersecretary, the Confidential Assistant to the Secretary, the Assistant Secretaries, Louisiana Rehabilitation Services, Bureau of Communications Services, Bureau of General Counsel, and Bureau of Licensing.

Programs and Services

  • Louisiana Rehabilitation Services - Assists persons with disabilities in their desire to obtain or maintain employment and/or independence in their community by providing rehabilitation services and working cooperatively with business and other community services.
     
  • Bureau of Appeals - Allows citizens to appeal administrative decisions regarding services provided by the Department of Social Services.
     
  • Bureau of Audit Services - Independently appraises activities of DSS.
     
  • Bureau of Civil Rights - Insures that equal delivery of services and equal employment opportunities exist in all activities administered by DSS.
     
  • Bureau of Communications Services - Coordinates all public and media relations for the department.
     
  • Bureau of General Counsel - Provides legal services and counsel on litigation.
     
  • Bureau of Licensing - Licenses and develops licensing regulations for child care and adult care centers.
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