Behavioral Health Counselor - Crisis Care Specialist

Community Service Board of Middle Georgia; Dublin (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Paid-Time Off

401(k) Plan with Company Match

Short- & Long-Term Disability Plans

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid Training Time

Career Growth & Advancement

And So Much More

Job summary

Community Service Board of Middle Georgia seeks a Behavioral Health Specialist for its new Behavioral Health Crisis Center in Dublin, GA. The role supports crisis stabilization and stabilization services for individuals in behavioral health crises within a safe, structured setting.

The position requires a Bachelor's and active enrollment in a master’s program licensure-eligible, plus licensing-ready credentials. Opportunities for growth and a comprehensive rewards package are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field.
• Master’s degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide counseling to clients and families under supervision using evidenced-based interventions.
• Prepare treatment plans, biopsychosocial, discharge plans, screenings and assessments.
• Provide crisis intervention and emergency services as required.
• Collect data on patients and evaluate to identify causes and plan treatment.
• Manage a specialized caseload and prepare studies for admission or discharge.
• Arrange therapeutic interventions for patients in crisis or with serious disturbances.
• Follow up to ensure treatment effectiveness and adjust as needed.
• Consult with legal and treatment agencies regarding records and responsibilities.
• Collaborate with therapists and staff, refer clients to appropriate services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Counseling

Crisis intervention

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in psychology / social work / counseling / human services or related field

Master’s degree in psychology / social work / counseling / human services or related field

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

Community Service Board of Middle Georgia seeks a Behavioral Health Specialist for its new Behavioral Health Crisis Center in Dublin, GA. The role supports crisis stabilization and stabilization services for individuals in behavioral health crises within a safe, structured setting.

The position requires a Bachelor's and active enrollment in a master’s program licensure-eligible, plus licensing-ready credentials. Opportunities for growth and a comprehensive rewards package are offered.