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Behavioral Health Counselor, Licensed - Columbus
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What they do
A Mental or Behavioral Health Counselor works with patients to treat mental health problems. Assesses patients and assists with diagnosis, counseling and crisis intervention. Consults with nurses, doctors and psychiatrists. May work with specific populations, such as youth, senior citizens or substance abusers, in group settings, facilities or hospitals.
$36,223 / year median in Georgia
+25% projected growth
Job Description
Behavioral Health Counselor, Licensed - Columbus State of Georgia - 3.3 Columbus, GA Job Details Full-time 6 hours ago Qualifications Aging issues counseling Direct patient care Suicide prevention techniques Family counseling Mid-level Master's degree Bachelor's degree Team management Working with families 1 year Health education and counseling Full 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:
Behavioral Health Counselor, Licensed -
Columbus Agency:
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Job Requisition ID:
JR0000003172
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Compensation Details:
SALARY WILL BE BASED ON EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Job Title:
Behavioral Health Counselor -
LIcensed Workplace:
West Central Georgia Regional Hospital Job Summary:
Under general supervision, counsel with emphasis on prevention and/or behavior medication. Work with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental health and manage issues with family, parenting and marriage problems, suicide, stress management, problems with self-esteem, and issues associated with aging and mental and emotional health. May serve as a team leader. Employment Requirements To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia. The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care: Drug Screening TB Evaluation Annual Influenza
• Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/ Under general supervision, counsel with emphasis on prevention and/or behavior medication. Work with individuals and groups to promote optimum mental health and manage issues with family, parenting and marriage problems, suicide, stress management, problems with self-esteem, and issues associated with aging and mental and emotional health. May serve as a team leader.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of job-related experience; or Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of job-related experience or one (1) year of experience at the lower-level Behavioral Health Counselor 2, Licensed (HCP221).-
NOTE:
All positions require applicable licensure or certification. 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.