Psychologist - AMH - GRHA

Georgia Department of Revenue; Decatur (IL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

13 paid holidays

15 vacation days

15 sick days

Job summary

Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta is seeking an experienced Psychologist to provide assessments, interventions, and therapy to adults with serious mental illness in an acute inpatient setting. You will work with multidisciplinary teams to support recovery and improve outcomes.

The role emphasizes evidence-based psychological treatments, collaborative care, and professional licensure in Georgia, within a comprehensive benefits program and total rewards framework.

Qualifications

• Competency in providing services to diverse clients.
• Experience working with psychiatric inpatients and individuals with Serious Mental Illness.
• Excellent writing and organizational skills.
• Experience collaborating on interdisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in psychological assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychological assessments, behavioral interventions, and psychotherapy to adults with serious mental illness.
• Deliver individual and group interventions to support recovery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary treatment teams in an acute inpatient setting.

Skills

Diverse clients

Psych inpatient experience

Writing & organization

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Psychological assessment

Education

APA-accredited PsyD/PhD

Georgia psychology license

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!

We are the force that drives Georgia!
Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia’s more than 10 million citizens!
Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title:

Psychologist - AMH - GRHA

Agency:

Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000005289

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$95,400 - $112,700

Adult Mental Health Psychologist - Focus on Recovery

Join Our Team and Make a Meaningful Impact in Mental Health Recovery!

Why Choose Us?

• Leadership in Mental Health: Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta is dedicated to the recovery and growth of individuals with serious mental illness. Join our team and become part of a community that strives to provide innovative and effective psychological treatments, making a profound impact on the lives of those who need it most.

• Valuable Experience and Training: Training programs for psychologists often overlook or underemphasize working with individuals with serious mental illness. At our hospital, you will have the invaluable opportunity to develop expertise in this specialized field. Gain hands‑on experience, expand your skill set, and make a profound impact on the lives of those who need it most. As an APA-accredited doctoral internship, we are a learning-oriented environment, with a full set of opportunities to participate in the training and supervision of doctoral-level students in their practica, internships, and post-doctoral fellowships.

• Collaborative and Diverse Environment: Our multidisciplinary treatment teams are composed of professionals from diverse backgrounds, providing an enriching and collaborative work environment. Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration, share knowledge, and contribute to the holistic care of our patients.

• Competitive Salaries and Total Rewards: We value the dedication of our professionals and offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Participate in the Total Rewards initiative designed to improve work-life balance and job satisfaction.

About Us:

Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta is situated on 174 acres in DeKalb County, about three miles from the city of Atlanta. Our three major program areas include Adult Mental Health, Forensic Services, and Developmental Disabilities with a catchment area that includes all of metro Atlanta and extends to the northwestern state borders. We take pride in our commitment to providing exceptional care to diverse populations from underserved communities. We foster a culturally diverse and inclusive work environment, encouraging psychologists from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Job Description:

In this role, you will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary treatment teams in an acute inpatient setting, serving adults with severe mental illness, trauma histories, impulse control issues, and interpersonal challenges. Your primary responsibilities will include providing psychological assessments, behavioral interventions, individual therapy, and group interventions to support the recovery of the people we serve.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Competency in providing services to diverse clients

• Experience working with psychiatric inpatients and individuals with Serious Mental Illness

• Excellent writing and organizational skills

• Experience collaborating on interdisciplinary teams

• Proficiency in psychological assessment

Benefits:

In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a comprehensive benefits package as part of the Total Rewards initiative. Our benefits program is designed to improve the quality of your work environment, enhance job satisfaction, and promote work-life balance.

• health and dental insurance
• retirement and savings plans
• 13 paid holidays
• 15 vacation days
• 15 days of sick leave

Employment Requirements:

To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees and the individuals we serve, specific positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure, and certifications. Current licenses enabling practice within the State of Georgia are essential. As per state law, a national and state background check is required for this type of employment.

Join our Team:

DBHDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer that promotes diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Qualifications:

Doctorate degree in clinical or counseling psychology from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited college or university AND current Georgia license to practice psychology AND One year of experience at the lower level Psychologist 1 (HCP140) or equivalent. Note: License may be temporary, provisional, or permanent.

Minimum Qualifications:

Doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology from an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited college or university, current Georgia license to practice psychology, and one (1) year of experience at the lower level Psychologist 1 (HCP140) or equivalent.–Note: License may be temporary, provisional, or permanent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.