Behavioral Hlth Counselor 1

Georgia Department of Corrections; Columbus (GA); Sur place; USD 39 000 - 52 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Georgia Department of Corrections seeks a Behavioral Health Counselor 1 to provide counseling services within the corrections system. The role supports behavioral health needs of individuals in custody and collaborates with a multidisciplinary team.

Entry salary starts at $38,576.74 per year with a pay grade max of $52,364.30, reflecting state government compensation structures. Job posting includes standard government employment requirements and on-site work expectations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in counseling or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Certification as an addiction counselor from the Georgia Addiction Counselors Association (GACA) or equivalent certification.

Formation

Bachelor's degree in counseling or related field; certification as addiction counselor (GACA) or equivalent

Description du poste

Georgia Department of Corrections Careers

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HCP100 Behavioral Hlth Counselor 1 00113968 Unclassified 11/05/2026 11/19/2026

Jobcode:

Jobcode: HCP100

Jobtitle:

Jobtitle: Behavioral Hlth Counselor 1

Job Category:

Job Category: Counseling

Entry Salary:

Entry Salary: $38,576.74

Pay Grade Max:

Pay Grade Max: $52,364.30

Minimum
Qualification:

Minimum
Qualification: Bachelor's degree in in counseling or a related field from
an accredited college or university or certification as an
addiction counselor from the Georgia Addiction Counselors
Association (GACA) or equivalent certification.