Behavioral Health Counselor — Skilled Nursing Facility Impact

Georgia Department of Revenue; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities seeks a Behavioral Health Counselor for the Gracewood Campus to support mental health promotion and prevention initiatives.

Under general supervision, you will counsel individuals and groups on prevention and behavior modification, addressing issues such as addictions, family dynamics, parenting, and aging-related mental health concerns. A state-wide background check is required for employment opportunity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in counseling or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of job-related experience; or one year of experience at the lower level Behavioral Health Counselor 1 (HCP100) or position equivalent.
• Some positions may require certification or licensure.

Responsibilities

• Counsel with emphasis on prevention and/or behavior modification.
• Work with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental health.
• Assist with addictions, substance abuse, family, parenting, and marital problems, suicide, stress management, self-esteem issues, and aging-related mental health concerns.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in counseling or related field

Two years of job-related experience or one year at lower level

Job description

Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities seeks a Behavioral Health Counselor for the Gracewood Campus to support mental health promotion and prevention initiatives.

Under general supervision, you will counsel individuals and groups on prevention and behavior modification, addressing issues such as addictions, family dynamics, parenting, and aging-related mental health concerns. A state-wide background check is required for employment opportunity.