D149 - Adult MH Crisis - Clinician Licensed

River-Edge-Behavioral-Health-Center; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

12 Paid Holidays

401k with employer match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short and Long-term disability

Job summary

River Edge Behavioral Health Center in Macon, GA seeks an Adult Crisis Unit Clinician Licensed to conduct intake assessments and behavioral health evaluations for crisis clients. The role emphasizes risk assessment, written and verbal communication, and group facilitation in a fast-paced setting.

Your responsibilities include completing BHAs, evaluating suicide risk, and leading therapeutic groups while upholding quality care and trauma-informed practices.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social service field required.
• Licensed or license-eligible (LAPC/LMSW/LAMFT/LMFT/LPC/LCSW).
• Experience in mental health or crisis stabilization settings.
• Experience with trauma-informed care.
• Knowledge of care for chronically mentally ill populations.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments for crisis clients.
• Complete Behavioral Health Assessments (BHA).
• Assess suicide/self-harm risk.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication.
• Facilitate therapeutic and educational groups.

Skills

Crisis assessment

Group facilitation

Trauma-informed care

Behavioral health

Education

Master's degree in a social service field

Job description

D149 - Adult MH Crisis - Clinician Licensed

3575 Fulton Mill Rd, Macon, GA 31206, USA

Job Description

Posted Thursday, August 27, 2026 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.

C ompany Overview:

At River Edge Behavioral Health employees are expected to develop meaningful relationships with patients, establishing trust and making a difference in the lives of clients and their families. We believe in supporting our team as well as our clients with our comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work culture, including health, dental, and vision benefits, paid vacation, retirement plans, and more.

Program Overview:

The Adult Crisis Unit clinician conducts intake assessments for new crisis clients, including behavioral health and safety assessments, suicide/self-harm risk evaluations, effective written and verbal communication, and group facilitation.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Conduct intake assessments for incoming crisis clients.
• Complete Behavioral Health Assessments (BHA).
• Assess clients for suicide and self-harm risk.
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Facilitate therapeutic and educational groups

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social service field (Social Work, Sociology, Psychology, Human Services) or related field
• Must have Associate License or Fully Licensed in either - LAPC, LMSW, LAMFT, LMFT, LPC, LCSW)
• Experience working in mental health, behavioral health, or a crisis stabilization setting
• Experience with trauma-informed care
• Demonstrate knowledge and expertise with the chronically mentally ill population.
• All applicants must pass an intensive background check and pre-employment drug test.
• Demonstrate expertise and knowledge in mental health and substance abuse services and community resources.

Additional Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• 401k with an employer match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Short and Long-term disability coverage
• Life Insurance

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.

3575 Fulton Mill Rd, Macon, GA 31206, USA