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Employment Opportunity Listings
The Georgia Chapter publishes job listings for its members and other social workers around the
State. We do not take or give out application materials, nor do we act as an employment
intermediary. The accuracy or validity of the job description provided by agencies or qualifications
submitted by applicants is the sole responsibility of those parties.
Publication of an advertisement does not constitute endorsement or approval of any product or
service advertised, or any point of view, standard, or opinion presented therein. NASW-GA is not
responsible for any claims made in an advertisement appearing in its publications or on its web
site.
Augusta Area Positions
Job Vacancies at Quality Care and Advocacy Group, Inc.
Quality Care and Advocacy Group, Inc. is located at 1394 Laney Walker Boulevard, Augusta, Ga. The following positions are
needed to be filled at our outpatient CORE facility:
Therapist (Fully licensed/ST): (LCSW, LPC, LAPC, LMSW or licensed eligible):
Job description includes:
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Counsels individuals or groups regarding psychological or emotional problems such as stress, substance abuse, or
family situations and develops and implements therapeutic treatment plan in residential setting in compliance with
APS standards and state, federal, agency and all other applicable rules and regulations.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
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Interviews residents to obtain information concerning social history, treatment and other pertinent information.
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Plans and administers therapeutic treatment, behavior modification, and stress management therapy to assist
residents in developing/displaying appropriate behaviors.
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Observes residents to detect indications of abnormal physical or mental behavior.
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Reviews results of tests given by psychologists to evaluate residents’ needs.
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Changes method and degree of therapy when indicated by resident reactions/needs.
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Discusses progress toward goals with residents such as medication regiment, family relationships, educational
programs, social development, discharge plans or other behavioral problems.
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Consults with psychologist/psychiatrist or other specialists concerning treatment plans and amends plans as required.
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Maintains regular contacts with other agencies/professionals regarding client progress in the therapeutic treatment
program through phone calls, letters, and/or monthly reporting.
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Refers resident to supportive services to supplement treatment and counseling.
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Serves as “on-call” or “on-duty” supervisor as assigned (LPCs, LCSWs)
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Provides weekend therapeutic coverage as assigned. Completes all Treatment Plan Updates within their required
time-frames.
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Completes all documentation within 24 hours following the treatment session.
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Develops and implements appropriate discharge planning with resident, family, and placing agency.
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Develops and maintains positive relationship with external customers, families and residents and employees.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
Please forward cover letters and resumes at REGINALDWELLS8914@comcast.net. You can contact Reginald Wells, Ph.D,
LPC at 770-265-7258. Quality Care and Advocacy does not have a website at this time but interested candidates will receive
information during the in person interview. (posted 12/22)
Family Service Worker (FSW)
Children’s Place, Inc.
Position Description:
Children’s Place, Inc., a non-profit in Aiken, SC, currently has three Family Service Worker Positions open. Family Services
Home Visitor position is full-time 40 hours a week and offers benefits after a probationary period. The FSW position works
with families referred to a community- based Child and Family Development Center by the Department of Social Services for
parenting support to prevent child abuse and neglect or working with behavior health services for families whose children are
demonstrating behavior problems. The FSW must work with families to develop treatment plans, make referrals for services,
and record interviews. This position requires that the person sets their own schedule and meets deadlines that require some
working outside of traditional hours.
Position Requirements:
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Master degree in social work or related human service field.
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Ability to use a personal computer and various types of word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation
software or able to learn.
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Must have a good driving record, no criminal record, and pass a drug test.
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If interested, you may fax your cover letter and resume to: ATTN Peggy Ford, Executive Director at 803-641-4147 or email
at Peggy.Ford@childrensplaceinc.org (posted 12/11)
North Georgia/Atlanta Area Positions
ASFC Outreach Therapeutic Counseling Services routinely has opportunities for staff in Newton, Rockdale, DeKalb,
Gwinnett, Henry, Jasper, Walton, Morgan and Greene counties.
LICENSED THERAPISTS (LCSW, LPC, licensed psychologist, etc.): For evaluations and therapy (individual, family and
group experience with dual diagnosis/mental health and substance abuse highly preferred). Bilingual is a plus.
ASFC Outreach is a located in Covington, GA. Licensed therapists are needed to provide professional services to children,
adolescents, and adults. An ability to provide a minimum of 15 billable hours per week is required. Attendance at Treatment
Team meetings are also necessary. Experience with CORE is a plus but not necessary. Successful staff are organized, highlyskilled and motivated to complete required actions including documentation in a timely manner.
Requirements: independent licensure as a psychologist, LPC and/or LCSW with proven experience in therapy,
performing clinical interviewing and diagnostic evaluations, sufficient documentation to support DSM diagnoses in
children, adolescent, and adult populations. All candidates must successfully complete an FBI/GBI background
check before joining our staff in addition to compliance with other regulatory requirements. Opportunities and
compensation are based on qualifications, both education and relevant experience.
Email a letter of interest with compensation requirements, resume’ or CV and 3 professional references to Human
Resources at humanresources@asfcoutreach.com NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE. (posted 1/7)
CSB-McIntosh Trail
Behavioral Health/Provider Licensed (Advcd Level): SSP 2 Lic (70916)
Requisition Number: 373-70916an
County of Vacancy: Henry
Recruitment Period: 1/6/2015 - 1/23/2015
Salary Details: Salary based on education, experience and licensure
Duties & Responsibilities: Licensed Mental Health Professional to supervise provision of clinical services for an outpatient
community mental health center serving adults, children, adolescents and their families. Provides clinical and administrative
supervision to clinical staff, ensures clinical record and utilization management compliance. Strong managerial, organizational
and coordination skills required. Computer skills are required.
Minimum Training & Experience: Master's degree from an accredited college or university AND Licensure as a LPC or
LCSW AND Two years of related post-license experience in social services.
OR
Master's degree from an accredited college or unversity AND License as a LPC or LCSW AND Two years of experience at the
lower level Behavioral Health/Provider Licensed, Working Level (HCP051).
Preferred Qualifications: LPC or LCSW is required with at least 5 years experience, preferably in a CSB setting. Experience
working with Electronic Health Records is a plus.
Additional Information: **McINTOSH TRAIL CSB IS A TABACCO FREE AGENCY**
In order to be considered, you MUST submit a State of Georgia Application to:
Dawn Deaton
Henry County Counseling Center
139 Henry Parkway
McDonough, GA 30253
You may fax your application to 770-898-7412.
A State of Georgia Application can be downloaded at www.careers.ga.gov by clicking on the State Application link on the
bottom left portion of the website.
TB Testing and a fingerprint based check of the Georgia and Federal Criminal History Record databases will be required upon
appointment.
For more information about this job contact:* Dawn Deaton, ddeaton@mctrail.org (posted 1/7)
CSB-McIntosh Trail
PS: Beh Hlth/Provider Lic (WL): SSP 1, Licensed (70918)
Requisition Number: 373-70918eo
County of Vacancy: Spalding
Recruitment Period: 1/6/2015 - 1/23/2015
Salary Details: Salary based on education/experience/licensure
Duties & Responsibilities: Duties will be to provide a biopsychosocial assessment and complete required documents
according to agency policy. He/she will develop treatment plans for all individuals with the collaboration of the individual's
family. Case management skills are recommended (ie: individual, family and group, etc). Follow the provider manual and
documentation guidelines and other clinical duties as assigned for an adult and C&A population in a community mental health
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outpatient setting. Computer skills are required. Computer skills are required.
Minimum Training & Experience: Masters degree from an accredited program, eligibility to be licensed And Two years of
supervised experience in the area of assignment
Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with Electronic Health Records is a plus.
Additional Information: **MCINTOSH TRAIL CSB IS A TOBACCO FREE AGENCY**
Employment contingent upon pre-employment background check.
TB Testing and a fingerprint based background check of the Georgia and Federal Criminal History Record databases will be
required upon appointment.
In order to be considered, you MUST submit a State of Georgia Application to:
Dewey Haley
Behavioral Health Center
1574 Williamson Road
Griffin, GA 30224
You may also fax your application to 770-229-3067.
A State of Georgia Application can be downloaded at www.careers.ga.gov by clicking on the State Application link on the
bottom left portion of the website.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will
be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not
receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
For more information about this job contact:*Dewey Haley, dhaley@mctrail.org (posted 1/7)
Hillside Inc. (www.hside.org), a 501(c)3, non-profit corporation, is seeking qualified candidates for the following
positions:
Therapist
Position description and requirements:
Must be licensed and have masters degree or higher. Training in a recognized mental health field; experience in inpatient
setting preferred; written and oral communications skills, skills in case management, time management, and crisis intervention
common to acute psychotic as well as to non-violent crises intervention practice. DBT experience desired.
Contact information:
David Shadle, VP of Human Resources
Phone : 404-564-0654
Qualified Applicants may submit cover letter and resume’ to: dshadle@hside.org
Closing date: 01//23/2015
(posted 1/6)
Position: Social Worker - SW - FT - Kindred Transitional Care - Lafayette
Company: Kindred Healthcare
Job Location: Fayetteville, GA
IT'S SIMPLE. You want to work in a healthcare setting where you are valued and appreciated - where you receive respect
from your superiors and co-workers as well as the patients/residents you treat. You want to be challenged by your job without
being overwhelmed by it. You want to play an instrumental role in helping a patient recover, sometimes against strong odds,
and go home. What you want is Kindred Healthcare. Our mission is to promote healing, provide hope, preserve dignity and
produce value for each patient, resident, family member, customer, employee and shareholder we serve. Join us!
Summary:
Applies professionally accepted, research based practices, such as Person-in-Environment holistic approach. Works
cooperatively as part of the management team to develop resident-centered approaches to all center quality of care and
quality of life activities. Resident advocacy responsibilities as needed to achieve or maintain a dignified existence for all
residents.
Essential Functions:
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Develops and/or delivers culturally-sensitive training to all disciplines to meet the psychosocial needs of the residents.
Utilizes classroom training and spontaneous "on the floor" training opportunties.
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Participates in new employee orientation, including but not limited to education on resident rights, abuse/neglect,
behaviors and culture change/resident-centered care.
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Develops and maintains a comprehensive list of services in the community (such as dentists and eyeglass repair shops
that accept Medicaid). The list is available for use by center staff in obtaining needed services for residents and by
residents and families upon discharge.
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Social Services Specialists that are the department heads participate as members of the Performance Improvement
Committee
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Level I may be an assistant and takes direction from Social Services Manager or Specialist II or III.
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Advocacy Functions:
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Works with the resident, family/significant others and other team members to outline goals of stay at admission, the plan
to meet those goals and discharge as appropriate.
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Provides educational materials to resident and/or family/significant others related to advance directives; assists them in
completion of advance directives as desired by resident and/or family/significant others.
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Encourages involvement in family council, and assists family council with meeting arrangements.
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Works with the Executive Director and Director of Nursing to determine root cause of complaints/concerns and develop
ethical solutions.
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Maintains professional networking relationships in the community with other social service organizations. Examples of
such organizations include but are not limited to local chapters of National Association of Social Workers and local
provider groups of social workers in hospitals or care management groups.
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Assists resident/family/significant others in obtaining appropriate forms to gain services, such as Medicaid applications or
insurance appeals
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Advocates for the resident and with the resident, exploring possible compromises that keep the resident's best interest in
mind. Examples of such activities are:
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Educating the resident/family about the impact of going home before treatment goals are met. Following up with
resident/family in the event of premature discharge, to avoid unnecessary rehospitalization.
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Mediating therapy compliance to help resident meet personal goals, when noncompliance is an issue.
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Advocating for appropriate room placement upon admission to help avoid unnecessary room moves.
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Encourages interdisciplinary, resident and family involvement in a quality of life advisory committee.
Clinical Functions:
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Provides direct psychosocial intervention to residents and residents' families/significant others.
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Assists resident's families/significant others in coping with skilled nursing placement, physical illness and disabilities of the
resident, and the grieving process.
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Responsible for timely completion of psychosocial assessments, screening instruments, relevant MDS sections and
RAPS.
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Primary liaison with psychological and psychiatric service providers.
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Creates integrated, person-centered care plan based on strengths and preferences of the resident. Periodically evaluates
the care plan for effectiveness of interventions; updates care plan as needed.
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Documents observations and events in the resident's medical record as needed; assesses and documents psychosocial
impact of life events, health concerns and condition change.
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Facilitates interdisciplinary review of distressing behaviors exhibited by some residents, utlizing a holistic approach to
resolve concerns.
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Facilitates interdisciplinary review and reduction attempts of psychotropic drug use
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Collaborates with Activities Department to develop activities and psychosocial interventions that support resident
independence and recovery.
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Performs other tasks as assigned.
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Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Company's Code of Business Conduct, its
policies and procedures, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable
professional standards.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
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Ability to work cooperatively as a member of a team.
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Builds rapport quickly with peers and customers
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Ability to maintain confidentiality.
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Creative problem-solving skills
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Knowledge of accepted standards of practice for long-term care social workers.
Education:
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Level III: Masters Degree in Social Work or Gerontology, LCSW or LICSW preferred.
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Level II: Bachelors degree in Human Service field, preferably social work.
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Level I: High School graduate or equivalent, completion of state approved qualifying social services education. If no statespecified training exists, individual must have completed training courses in at least the following: long term care ethics,
documentation and charting, resident assessment, Medicare/Medicaid, discharge planning and advance directives.
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All levels expected to complete 20 CE hours per year, or per state requirements.
Licenses/Certification:
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Level III: Licensure as required by state of employment
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Level II: Licensure or certification as required by state of employment. LSWs must maintain licensure in states that offer
bachelors level licensure.
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Level I: Certification as required by the state of employment
Experience:
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Level II & III: One year of supervised social work experience in a health care setting working directly with individuals.
Level I: two years experience in a health care setting, one of which is full time supervised social work experience working
directly with individuals.
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Management/administrative experience preferred.
This description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work for this position. It is not intended to describe
minor duties or other responsibilities that may be periodically assigned.
An Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. Drug Free Workplace.
To apply online, go to
http://www.metroatlantajobs.com/j/t-Social-Worker--SW--FT--Kindred-Transitional-Care--Lafayette-e-Kindred-Healthcare-lFayetteville,-GA-jobs-j10110572.html (posted 12/29)
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Assertive Community Recovery (ACR) routinely has opportunities for staff in Fulton, DeKalb, Clayton, Gwinnett, &
Rockdale counties.
LICENSED THERAPISTS (LCSW, LPC, licensed psychologist, etc.): For evaluations and therapy (individual, family and group
experience with dual diagnosis/mental health and substance abuse highly preferred). Bilingual is a plus.
ACR is a located in Decatur, GA. Licensed therapists are needed to provide professional services to children, adolescents,
and adults. An ability to provide a minimum of 25 billable hours per week is required. Participation in Treatment Team
meetings are necessary. Experience with CORE, ACT, Group Counseling, and/or Substance Abuse Counseling is a plus but
not necessary. Successful staff are organized, highly-skilled and motivated to complete required actions including
documentation in a timely manner. Requirements: independent licensure as a psychologist, LPC and/or LCSW with
proven experience in therapy, performing clinical interviewing and diagnostic evaluations, sufficient documentation
to support DSM diagnoses in children, adolescent, and adult populations. Opportunities and compensation are
based on qualifications, both education and relevant experience.
Email a letter of interest with desired compensation, resume’ or CV and 3 professional references to Maya Miles at
MMiles@assertiverecovery.com (posted 12/22)
Position: Substance Abuse/Methadone Counselor
Company: Southside Medical Center/SBLEC
Description: The Substance Abuse Counselor works under the supervision of the Methadone Manager. Provides therapeutic
services to clients and their families with substance abuse and co-occurring diagnoses. The clinician completes initial
assessments of clients presenting for treatment services; monitors client’s progress and compliance with treatment; develops
and writes treatment plans accurately and in a timely manner, and completes documentation for services in a timely manner
according to agency standards; completes CMO authorizations as requested. This is a full-time salaried position.
Qualifications:
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Fully licensed LCSW, LPC, or LMFT (not associate licensed or license eligible).
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Experience in working with both substance abuse and mental health clients.
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Knowledge of strength-based family and solution focused treatment strategies for working with clients at risk.
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Knowledge of evidenced based models for the treatment of consumers with mental health, substance abuse and cooccurring disorders.
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Ability to effectively communicate verbally and in writing.
To apply forward resume and cover letter to the Clinical Director by email catlas@smcmed.com.
All resume and cover letter submissions must be received by 1/10/15. (posted 12/2)
Northeast Georgia Area Positions
ASFC Outreach Therapeutic Counseling Services routinely has opportunities for staff in Newton, Rockdale, DeKalb,
Gwinnett, Henry, Jasper, Walton, Morgan and Greene counties.
LICENSED THERAPISTS (LCSW, LPC, licensed psychologist, etc.): For evaluations and therapy (individual, family and
group experience with dual diagnosis/mental health and substance abuse highly preferred). Bilingual is a plus.
ASFC Outreach is a located in Covington, GA. Licensed therapists are needed to provide professional services to children,
adolescents, and adults. An ability to provide a minimum of 15 billable hours per week is required. Attendance at Treatment
Team meetings are also necessary. Experience with CORE is a plus but not necessary. Successful staff are organized, highlyskilled and motivated to complete required actions including documentation in a timely manner.
Requirements: independent licensure as a psychologist, LPC and/or LCSW with proven experience in therapy,
performing clinical interviewing and diagnostic evaluations, sufficient documentation to support DSM diagnoses in
children, adolescent, and adult populations. All candidates must successfully complete an FBI/GBI background
check before joining our staff in addition to compliance with other regulatory requirements. Opportunities and
compensation are based on qualifications, both education and relevant experience.
Email a letter of interest with compensation requirements, resume’ or CV and 3 professional references to Human
Resources at humanresources@asfcoutreach.com NO PHONE CALLS, PLEASE. (posted 1/7)
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Substance Abuse Counselor
Assertive Community Recovery (ACR) routinely has opportunities for staff in Fulton, DeKalb, Clayton, Gwinnett, &
Rockdale counties.
ACR is currently seeking counselors to provide individual and group counseling, evaluation and assessment for
individuals with alcohol and substance abuse issues. The staff member will perform administrative duties, provide
emergency/crisis intervention, and consultation. Participation in Treatment Team meetings are necessary. Successful staff
are organized, highly-skilled and motivated to complete required actions including documentation in a timely manner.
Requirements: Consideration will be given to applicants who possess one or more of the following: Certified Addiction
Counselor (CAC-II), Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC), Certified Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CCADC),
Georgia Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor GCADC (II, III).
Opportunities and compensation are based on qualifications, both education and relevant experience. Email a letter of interest
with desired compensation, resume’ or CV and 3 professional references to Maya Miles at MMiles@assertiverecovery.com.
(posted 12/24)
Assertive Community Recovery (ACR) routinely has opportunities for staff in Fulton, DeKalb, Clayton, Gwinnett, &
Rockdale counties.
LICENSED THERAPISTS (LCSW, LPC, licensed psychologist, etc.): For evaluations and therapy (individual, family and group
experience with dual diagnosis/mental health and substance abuse highly preferred). Bilingual is a plus.
ACR is a located in Decatur, GA. Licensed therapists are needed to provide professional services to children, adolescents,
and adults. An ability to provide a minimum of 25 billable hours per week is required. Participation in Treatment Team
meetings are necessary. Experience with CORE, ACT, Group Counseling, and/or Substance Abuse Counseling is a plus but
not necessary. Successful staff are organized, highly-skilled and motivated to complete required actions including
documentation in a timely manner. Requirements: independent licensure as a psychologist, LPC and/or LCSW with
proven experience in therapy, performing clinical interviewing and diagnostic evaluations, sufficient documentation
to support DSM diagnoses in children, adolescent, and adult populations. Opportunities and compensation are
based on qualifications, both education and relevant experience.
Email a letter of interest with desired compensation, resume’ or CV and 3 professional references to Maya Miles at
MMiles@assertiverecovery.com (posted 12/22)
Position: Medical Social Worker
Company: Amedisys, Inc.
Job Location: Gainesville
Medical Social Worker-1400095R
Description:
Assist and counsel patients and families with health related financial, social and emotional concerns according to the
physician's orders.
Qualifications
1. A person who has a master's degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work
Education, and has 1 year of social work experience in a health care setting.
2. Meets state and federal requirements for this position.
3. Current CPR certification.
4. Must be familiar with general use and functions of the computer, such as, user names and password concepts;
internet; e-mail; navigation of computer desktop, including starting programs, using files, and windows, effectively use
navigation buttons and tool bars; ability to self-manage online HR services and online training programs.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy,
marital status, national origin, citizenship status, disability, military status, genetic predisposition or carrier status or any other
legally protected characteristic
Amedisys' philosophy, "Taking care of your loved ones as we would our own," has guided our growth into one of the nation's
leading home health and hospice care organizations. With Amedisys, you'll be part of a culture focused on delivering the care
that's best for our patients, whether that is home-based recovery and rehabilitation after an operation, care empowering them
to manage a chronic disease, palliative care for those with a terminal illness, or hospice care at the end of life.
The health care industry is changing; at Amedisys we're developing a new model of care that not only reduces preventable
hospital readmissions and saves money, but provides convenience, compassion and customized service for every patient. We
believe we can do that by focusing on quality care, improving technology and efficiency, and hiring employees who care not
just with their hands and head, but also with their heart.
Our people are our business; Amedisys invests in you throughout your career with industry-leading educational benefits,
including free clinical continuing education and tuition assistance. And our career ladders program lets you map out your
professional development and advancement opportunities, helping you build a career, not just a job.
We offer competitive salaries and one of the best benefit packages in the industry:
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401 (K) plan with employer-matching contribution available for all employees
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Health, dental, vision insurance
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Flexible spending accounts and wellness discount program
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Paid time off and paid holidays
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Employee Stock Purchase Plan available to full and part-time employees
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Employee Assistance Program
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Tuition Reimbursement Program
The decision to join the Amedisys team is a decision that is rewarded on a daily basis by the difference we make in the lives of
our patients and their families.
To apply online, go to
http://www.metroatlantajobs.com/j/t-Medical-Social-Worker-e-Amedisys-Inc-l-Gainesville,-GA-jobs-j10001952.html
(posted
12/18)
Position: Counselor/Case Manager
Company: Creation Counseling
303 Green Street, NW
Gainesville, GA 30501
678-343-145 Office / 678-943-2746 Fax
www.creationcounseing.org
Position Description: Excellent opportunity with a competitive salary to be supervised by an LCSW and earn required hours
for licensure for LMSW. Also an opportunity to be gain more training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. The job duties include
facilitate weekly outpatient substance abuse and anger management groups, provide case management & weekly notes
charts for clients in these groups, complete intakes for group clients, provide individual therapy to appropriate clients, will be
trained to complete mental health and substance abuse evaluations, will be trained to bill insurance for appropriate clients,
need proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
Position Requirements: Active Licensed Master’s of Social Work in the State of Georgia
Contact Information: If interested please email cover letter & resume to Lanny Ledford, LCSW lanny@creationcounseling.org
Opening Date: December 7, 2014
Closing Date: January 7, 2015 (posted 12/2)
Counselor Position
Eagle Ranch, a Christian children’s home in Northeast Georgia, has a May 2015 opening for a Counselor to work in our girls’
program.
Our counselors provide oversight and management of two homes including supervision and training of staff teams, crisis
intervention, implementation of treatment programs and counseling. You will work with up to 12 girls and their families as they
progress through the program in identifying goals, evaluating progress, and deciding appropriate time for completion of the
program and aftercare plans.
Must be a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage and Family Therapist or Clinical Social Worker with a strong
understanding of child development and family and group dynamics. Email resume with cover letter to Carol Glotfelty at
info@eagleranch.org.
End Date: January 31, 2015 (posted 10/21)
South Georgia Area Positions
Behavioral Health Services of South Georgia
Application Deadline Date: Until Filled
Job Title: Social Services Provider I
Position number: 46089
PS:Beh Hlth/Social Worker (WL)
Salary: Commensurate with experience and credentials
Location of Position: Tift Mental Health, Tifton, GA
Description of Duties:
Under general supervision, provides evaluation and therapeutic services to mental health consumers in an outpatient clinic.
Responsibilities include completion of complex psychosocial assessments, treatment team participation, treatment
planning/monitoring and discharge planning. Provides individual, family and group counseling to consumers and their families.
Work in community/school environment may be required.
Minimum Qualifications:
LCSW, LMSW, LPC, LAPC, LMFT or LAMFT with 2 years of experience OR Master’s degree in social work, psychology, or
counseling which must include a supervised clinical practicum and must be registered with the Georgia Composite Board of
LPCs, LCSWs and LMFTs to seek associate license. Two years of full time experience involving direct client contact such as
therapy, case management, intake assessments and crisis screening.
A criminal record background check and drug testing is required upon appointment. If appointed, applicant will be
subjected to a Fingerprint Based Background Check of the Georgia and Federal Criminal History Record Databases.
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Preferred Qualifications:
Applicants with an LCSW, LPC, or LMSW with two or more years work experience in an MH/DD/AD office performing
therapist/case management duties.
ALL RELEVANT INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO VERIFICATION
Applications must be submitted to the following address:
Behavioral Health Services of South GA
3120 N. Oak St. Extension Suite C
Valdosta, GA 31602
ATTN: Human Resources
FAX: 229-671-6779
Current State of Georgia applications should be filled out carefully and completely. Describe background in full and make
certain application is signed. Incomplete applications with insufficient information can result in an application not being
considered for the vacancy. Please keep a copy of your application.
Position opened to: ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS
Internal applicants must have been in their current position for 6 months with no disciplinary action unless the position
available is within your current department and you have been employed, in your current position, for 1 month without any
disciplinary action.
An Equal Opportunity Employer
(posted 12/22)
Southeast Georgia Area Positions
Behavioral Health Provider, Licensed
Location: Coffee Behavioral Health Closing date: Open until filled
Salary: $45,000+/annually (based on education, licensure & experience)
Job Description: Responsible for providing behavioral health assessments, intakes and therapy. Will work Monday –
Thursday 7:30 am – 5:30 pm, and Friday 8:00 am – 12:00 pm.
Competencies:
1. Knowledge of diagnostic impressions or criteria
2. Knowledge of how client advocacy system operates
3. Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques
4. Knowledge of individual and group therapy techniques
5. Knowledge of various therapeutic models and intervention as directly related to area of assignment.
6. Clinical skills (Advanced)
Required Minimum Qualifications: Applicant must have a Georgia issued LCSW license to provide counseling services.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All
qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by
the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This
position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. Unison BH is a tobacco-free
campus. Unison Behavioral Health is a certified National Health Service Corps loan repayment agency.
We create health and wellness in our communities by providing quality mental health, substance abuse and developmental
disability services.
Submit application and cover letter by mail, email or fax to:
Shelly Bell, HR Department
P.O. Box 1397
Waycross, GA 31502
FAX: 912-449-7055
sbell@unisonbh.com
Unison Behavioral Health is committed to providing accessible, quality behavioral health and developmental
disability services to individuals and families throughout southeast Georgia. We offer a full continuum of CARF
accredited programs serving over 5900 individuals each year.
Unison Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer. A background check will be completed upon hire, which
may consist of any of the following: FBI criminal history, employment history, educational records, and driving
records. (posted 12/29)
Unison Behavioral Health
Behavioral Health Provider, Licensed
Location: Coffee Behavioral Health Closing date: Open until filled
Salary: $45,000+/annually (based on education, licensure & experience)
Job Description: Responsible for providing behavioral health assessments, intakes and therapy. Will work Monday –
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Thursday 7:30 am – 5:30 pm, and Friday 8:00 am – 12:00 pm.
Competencies:
1. Knowledge of diagnostic impressions or criteria
2. Knowledge of how client advocacy system operates
3. Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques
4. Knowledge of individual and group therapy techniques
5. Knowledge of various therapeutic models and intervention as directly related to area of assignment.
6. Clinical skills (Advanced)
Required Minimum Qualifications: Applicant must have a Georgia issued LCSW license to provide counseling services.
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All
qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by
the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This
position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. Unison BH is a tobacco-free
campus. Unison Behavioral Health is a certified National Health Service Corps loan repayment agency.
We create health and wellness in our communities by providing quality mental health, substance abuse and developmental
disability services.
Submit application and cover letter by mail, email or fax to:
Shelly Bell, HR Department
P.O. Box 1397
Waycross, GA 31502
FAX: 912-449-7055
sbell@unisonbh.com
Unison Behavioral Health is committed to providing accessible, quality behavioral health and developmental
disability services to individuals and families throughout southeast Georgia. We offer a full continuum of CARF
accredited programs serving over 5900 individuals each year.
Unison Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer. A background check will be completed upon hire, which
may consist of any of the following: FBI criminal history, employment history, educational records, and driving
records. (posted 12/29)
Unison Behavioral Health
Behavioral Health Provider
Location: Coffee Intensive Case Management Closing date: Open until filled
Annual Salary: $25,000 - $30,000 – commensurate with education and/or experience
Job Description: Responsible for providing environmental supports and care coordination considered essential to assist a
person with improving his/her functioning, gaining access to necessary services, and creating an environment that promotes
recovery as identified in his/her Individual Recovery Plan (IRP). The focus of the interventions include assisting the individual
with: 1) developing natural supports to promote community integration; 2) identifying service needs; 3) referring and linking to
services and resources identified through the service planning process; 4) coordinating services identified on the IRP to
maximize service integration and minimize service gaps; and 5) ensuring continued adequacy of the IRP to meet his/her
ongoing and changing needs.
Job Responsibilities: Will work Monday – Thursday 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Competencies:
1. Knowledge of diagnostic impressions or criteria
2. Knowledge of how client advocacy system operates
3. Knowledge of various therapeutic models and intervention as directly related to area of assignment
4. Proficient in the use of a computer
Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED and three years experience in a social services related
position Or Bachelor's degree in a social services related field and one year experience in a social services related position Or
One year at the lower level or position equivalent
ADDITIONAL NOTES:
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All
qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by
the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This
position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. UBH is a tobacco-free campus.
We create health and wellness in our communities by providing quality mental health, substance abuse and developmental
disability services.
Submit application and cover letter by mail, email or fax to:
Shelly Bell, HR Department
P.O. Box 1397
Waycross, GA 31502
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Employment Opportunity Listings
FAX: 912-449-7055
ksmith@unisonbh.com
Unison Behavioral Health is committed to providing accessible, quality behavioral health and developmental
disability services to individuals and families throughout southeast Georgia. We offer a full continuum of CARF
accredited programs serving over 5900 individuals each year.
Unison Behavioral Health is an equal opportunity employer. A background check will be completed upon hire, which
may consist of any of the following: FBI criminal history, employment history, educational records, and driving
records. (posted 12/29)
Southwest Georgia Area Positions
CSB-McIntosh Trail
PS: Beh Hlth/Provider Lic (WL): SSP 1, Licensed (70918)
Requisition Number: 373-70918en
County of Vacancy: Upson
Recruitment Period: 1/6/2015 - 1/16/2015
Salary Details: Salary based on education/experience/licensure
Duties & Responsibilities: Conduct behavioral health work in a community based facility working with individuals with SPMI
diagnoses, performs psychosocial assessments, treatment planning/monitoring, counseling/therapy & discharge planning to
individuals requiring complex intervention. Design treatment plans based on individual needs to include documentation as
indicated by agency guidelines. Computer skills are required.
Minimum Training & Experience: Masters degree from an accredited program, eligibility to be licensed And Two years of
supervised experience in the area of assignment
Preferred Qualifications: Two years experience providing mental health services is preferred, familiarity working with
Electronic Health Records is a plus.
Additional Information: **McINTOSH TRAIL CSB IS S TABACCO FREE AGENCY**
In order to be considered, you MUST submit a State of Georgia Application to:
Upson Counseling Center
Rosemarie Hardeman
713 Andrews Drive
Thomaston, GA 30286
You may also fax your application to 706-646-6039
A State of Georgia Application can be downloaded at www.careers.ga.gov by clicking on the State Application link on the
bottom left portion of the website.
TB Testing and a fingerprint based background check of the Georgia and Federal Criminal History Record databases will be
required upon appointment.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. All qualified applicants will be considered, but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will
be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not
receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
For more information about this job contact:*Rosemarie Hardeman, 770-358-8484, rhardeman@mctrail.org (posted 1/7)
Statewide Positions
Georgia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities’ (DBHDD) inpatient, hospitals are currently
hiring MSWs, LMSWs and LCSWs across Georgia for the following leadership and staff opportunities! DBHDD offers a
generous State benefits package which includes 12 paid holidays, up to 3 weeks vacation the first year, sick time, health
insurance, life insurance, disability, 401K, retirement plan, dental, vision, legal plan, and much more! To apply visit
dbhddjobs.com and go to desired location and position and forward resume in Microsoft Word format to email address given.
All positions require a Master's of Social Work Degree. Some positions require Georgia license and Social Worker supervisory
experience.
Augusta (East Central Regional Hospital) - Assistant Social Work Chief (LCSW & supervisor experience), LMSW:
Admissions, Hourly Social Worker (MSW)
Columbus (West Central Regional Hospital) - MSW Social Worker hospital position, FT & PT, Also MSW position in Warm
Springs (Outdoor Therapeutic Program - Serving At Risk Youths)
Savannah (Georgia Regional Hospital Savannah) - Social Service Chief (LCSW & supervisory experience), Social Service
Coordinator (LMSW), Mobile Crisis Response Services – Crisis Intervention Clinicians: LMSWs
Thomasville (Southwestern Regional Hospital) - Community Social Workers (MSWs) - Assertive Community Treatment
Team and Gateway Dual Diagnosis Treatment Team (LCSW Social Worker position) & LCSW Social Worker - supervisory
position also available (supervisory experience needed)
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Employment Opportunity Listings
Please visit www.dbhddjobs.com for detailed descriptions of each position and to apply on line using Microsoft Word Format!
Please note qualifications. MSWs required including hourly positions. LCSWs and substantial supervisory experienced needed
for leadership and certain staff positions.
Georgia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Disabilities Job Listings
http://www.dbhddjobs.com/jobListings.aspx#regional
Listed by Central Office, Regions, and State Hospitals
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) serves people of all ages who have mental
retardation or related developmental disabilities; alcohol or other drug addictions; the most severe mental illnesses, such as
schizophrenia and bi-polar disorder, or children and teens with severe emotional disturbance. The main office for DBHDD is
located in downtown Atlanta. The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) has regional
offices throughout the state, including seven regional hospitals.
Georgia Association for Marriage & Family Therapy Classified Ads
http://www.gamft.org/ohana/website/?p=46505554
Georgia Local Job Market http://www.metroatlantajobs.com/default.asp is comprised of multiple employment web sites
focusing exclusively on local communities in the State of Georgia, including professional social work positions.
Go to Army Civilian Personnel Web page at www.cpol.army.mil and apply. Indicate Georgia as your location in the
application. This will put you on the generic list for any Social worker position with the army.
Georgia Department of Human Resources Jobs
Click View all Georgia Department of Human Resources Jobs
Statewide LCSW employment opportunities
Salus Behavioral Health
LCSW
Salus Behavioral Health is proud to be a leading provider of behavioral health services in long term care settings throughout
Georgia. We welcome inquiries from clinicians who want to join our team on a full-time or part-time basis. For those with a
sense of mission, and those who want to better position their career for the future, working with the under-served geriatric
population is both stimulating and rewarding. You'll have the opportunity to practice in an environment where your efforts are
appreciated and experience a high level of professional satisfaction and accomplishment.
Requirements/ Duties include: Individual and family psychotherapy; conduct initial evaluations; develop treatment plans with
quarterly reviews; maintain prompt and thorough documentation; ensure compliance with Salus Behavioral Health policies and
procedures; interface and collaborate with facility interdisciplinary treatment team regarding resident treatment planning,
progress and observations.
Clinical social workers must hold state license to practice.
To be considered for a position, please forward your resume to Marsha Mitchell mmitchell@salusbh.com, or call 866.325.5434
x 226.
For more information please visit our website. http://www.salusbehavioralhealth.com
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