D118 - APEX - GAP - Clinician Non-Licensed, APEX Putman & Baldwin

River Edge; Baldwin (NY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

River Edge Behavioral Health is seeking experienced mental health therapists to provide crucial services to children through local schools. This role involves delivering therapies in diverse settings, completing necessary assessments, and collaborating with school personnel to promote mental health awareness in Baldwin County. We value a safe and inclusive workplace that supports professional growth.

Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion initiatives

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work schedules

Safe work environment protocols

Commitment to a drug-free workplace

Qualifications

• Master's degree required, must pursue licensure upon hire.
• Clean driving record required to travel to schools.
• Clinical license prefered (LCSW/LMSW, LPC/APC, LMFT/LAMFT).

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and family therapy in various settings.
• Complete assessments and treatment plans.
• Attend meetings and engage in community education.

Skills

Therapeutic skills

Crisis intervention

Communication

Education

Master's degree in psychology, counseling, or social work

Eligibility for licensure (LAPC/LPC, LMSW/LCSW, or LAMFT/LMFT)

Job description

175 Emery Hwy, Macon, GA 31217, USA

Job Description

Posted Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:00 AM

About River Edge Behavioral Health

Serving more than 10,000 Georgians, River Edge continues to be one of the state's leading resources for mental health, substance use disorder treatments and supports as well as individuals with intellectual and development disabilities. River Edge offers outpatient services at our Emery Highway-Macon, Monroe County and Baldwin County locations. Outpatient services include behavioral health, nursing, and psychiatric assessment, stabilization and medication maintenance services as well as crisis intervention services as well as awareness, education and recovery groups.

River Edge is seeking experienced mental health therapists to offer behavioral health services within local schools via the Georgia APEX Program. Therapists will provide services to children aged 5 and up in elementary, middle, and high school settings within the selected counties. We are looking for candidates who want to build their experience with a wide range of behavioral health conditions in a professional atmosphere at an organization striving to be a leader in the nation in a growing program!

Location/Schedule : Based out of our offices located at 175 Emery Hwy, Macon GA 31217 but providing services in the Putman/ Baldwin County School District . Typically, Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm , but open to flexible schedules.

Duties & Responsibilities :

Provides individual and family therapy to individuals with a mental health and/or substance abuse disorder in clinic, out of clinic , or via telehealth to youth (and family) primarily in a school setting .

Completes assessments, treatment planning, and obtains authorizations for services to be provided .

Completes required documentation in a timely fashion in electronic medical record .

Performs commitment determinations and/or executes orders of involuntary commitments and provides crisis intervention as needed .

Attends staff meetings, treatment team meetings, and clinical supervision .

Acts as organizational representative attending community and school functions to increase access and knowledge of services .

Reduces stigma of mental health by educating school personnel, families, and community members about mental health

Refers client or family to community resources to assist in recovery from mental health, substance abuse, or other areas of functioning .

Maintains safe, secure, and healthy work environment by following and enforcing set standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations .

Adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, ASO, DBHDD, and Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) standards .

Updates job knowledge by maintaining licensure, participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, participating in professional organizations, etc.

Qualifications :

Master's degree in psychology, counseling, social work, marriage & family counseling or rehab counseling, and eligibility to be licensed (LAPC/LPC, LMSW/LCSW, or LAMFT/LMFT). Must pursue licensure upon hire.

Must have a clean driving record and be willing to use your personal vehicle to travel to schools within the surrounding counties.

Associate or full clinical license preferred (LCSW/LMSW, LPC/APC, LMFT/LAMFT)

Additional Information:

The Application Process

All qualified applicants will be considered.

This position is subject to close once a satisfactory candidate pool has been identified .

The hiring managers will contact only those selected for an interview.

Applicants who are not selected will receive notification via email.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email.

We at River Edge believe every employee has a right to a safe work environment . Therefore, we requir e all employees to frequently wash their hands, sanitizing common areas to keep employees and clients safe.

Diversity and Inclusion

River Edge Behavioral Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, nationality, genetic make-up, disability, age, or veteran status.

Drug-Free Workplace

River Edge Behavioral Health is a drug-free workplace with a longstanding commitment to providing a safe, quality-oriented, and productive work environment . In compliance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1998, all applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug screen.

If you are looking for an opportunity to make life better and a strong desire for personal growth we encourage you to apply. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

We are an equal opportunity employer and highly value diversity.We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

All selected applicants must pass a satisfactory background clearance and pre-employment drug test.