Senior Behavioral Health Social Worker - Day Shift

IHA; Chamblee (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO accrual

DailyPay access

Paid holidays

Vendor discounts

Low-cost health insurance

Job summary

Mercy Care Atlanta is seeking a Social Worker (Senior Behavioral Health Specialist) to deliver compassionate behavioral health services. Under the Coordinator of Behavioral Health Services, you will conduct psychosocial assessments, provide therapy, and offer guidance within an interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes collaboration with primary care teams, education for patients and families, and leadership in crisis management and care planning.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in human services or a related field with LAPC, LMSW, LPC, LMFT, or LCSW licensure.
• At least five years of experience in mental health/substance abuse recovery services.
• Proficiency in psychosocial assessments and documentation.
• Valid Georgia Driver’s License and reliable transportation.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary setting.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform psychosocial assessments and create treatment plans.
• Provide counseling, therapy, and education to patients.
• Execute involuntary commitment orders and manage crisis situations.
• Offer face-to-face linkage and ongoing case management services.
• Collaborate with primary care teams to develop care management processes.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings and community health events.
• Educate patients, families, and staff on behavioral health care and prevention.
• Provide clinical guidance and support to the behavioral health services team.

Skills

LAPC licensure

LMSW

LPC

LMFT

LCSW

Education

Master's degree in human services or related field

Job description

Mercy Care Atlanta is seeking a Social Worker (Senior Behavioral Health Specialist) to deliver compassionate behavioral health services. Under the Coordinator of Behavioral Health Services, you will conduct psychosocial assessments, provide therapy, and offer guidance within an interdisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes collaboration with primary care teams, education for patients and families, and leadership in crisis management and care planning.