Trinity Health·Chamblee, Georgia
Provide comprehensive behavioral health services including psychosocial assessments, therapy, and crisis management. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop care management processes and provide clinical guidance to the behavioral health team.
Employment type: Full time
Join Mercy Care Atlanta as a Social Worker (Senior Behavioral Health Specialist), where you'll provide compassionate, comprehensive behavioral health services. Under the guidance of the Coordinator of Behavioral Health Services, you will enhance patient care through psychosocial assessments, therapy, and consultation. Your role will be pivotal in improving psychosocial functioning and providing integrated care within an interdisciplinary team.
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.
Mercy Care Atlanta, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) and comprised of 300 plus colleagues, is a healthcare organization that provides a range of health services to underserved and vulnerable populations in the Atlanta, Georgia area. We are dedicated to providing compassionate, high-quality care to individuals across all demographics. Rooted in the Mercy Philosophy, we prioritize respect, integrity, compassion, and excellence in all aspects of care delivery.
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requires a Master's degree in human services or a related field with a valid clinical license (LCSW, LPC, etc.). Candidates must have at least five years of experience in mental health or substance abuse recovery services.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Georgia are often competitive because employers look for candidates with a master’s degree in a related field or an active Georgia nursing license, plus prior behavioral health experience; inpatient experience is especially valued. Benefits commonly include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and a 401(k) with company match. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your fit against the original posting before applying.