Entry-Level Mental Health Care Specialist

St. Francis-Emory Healthcare; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bradley Center, part of St. Francis-Emory Healthcare in Columbus, GA, seeks a Therapeutic Care Provider I to support adults, adolescents, and seniors with psychiatric or addictive disorders. This entry-level role delivers essential therapeutic and clinical support, participates in assessments, intake, and discharge planning.

You will work with an interdisciplinary care team, travel for assessments, and apply evidence-based practices while delivering compassionate, culturally competent care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field with mental health specialization preferred.
• BLS certification required.
• Handle with Care or CPI within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct intake assessments and determine level of care.
• Assist in registration, insurance verification, and pre-certification.
• Facilitate referrals and link patients to appropriate services.
• Deliver basic therapeutic interventions and support services.
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and documentation.
• Travel to conduct assessments when needed.
• Integrate evidence-based practices into care delivery.
• Provide basic care support typically associated with a Nurse Tech.

Skills

Communication

Customer Service

Psychology Terms

Critical Thinking

Time Management

Stress Management

Empathy

Cultural Competence

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

The Bradley Center, part of St. Francis-Emory Healthcare in Columbus, GA, seeks a Therapeutic Care Provider I to support adults, adolescents, and seniors with psychiatric or addictive disorders. This entry-level role delivers essential therapeutic and clinical support, participates in assessments, intake, and discharge planning.

You will work with an interdisciplinary care team, travel for assessments, and apply evidence-based practices while delivering compassionate, culturally competent care.