Jewish Family & Career Services of Atlanta·Dunwoody, Georgia
Provide high-quality mental health services, including assessments and evidence-based psychotherapy, to children and families in community-based settings. Manage a clinical caseload while conducting outreach and collaborating with community resources to support client well-being.
Description Clinician Atlanta, GA | Counseling Clinical Services | Counseling | Full-Time Provide compassionate care where it matters most.
Jewish Family & Career Services of Atlanta (JF&CS) is seeking a licensed clinician to provide high-quality mental health services to children, families, parents/caregivers, and a range of agency clients within the community.
This role is ideal for a compassionate, adaptable professional who is passionate about supporting individuals and families through evidence-based care across a variety of service settings.
The clinician will utilize varied treatment modalities and provide services in community locations, including but not limited to the Dunwoody office, while supporting emotional well-being, skill development, and access to care.
The Role at a Glance Reports to designated Clinical Services leadership Provides clinical services to children, families, parents/caregivers, and agency clients Delivers services in community-based settings, the Dunwoody office, and other approved locations Combines direct clinical care with outreach, documentation, collaboration, and psycho-educational programming Part-time role supporting community access to mental health services What You’ll Be Responsible For Conduct clinical assessments through clinical interviews and standardized measures Determine appropriate diagnoses and treatment plans based on client needs, culture, home environment, and preferred therapeutic interventions Provide evidence-based psychotherapy, including individual, family, and group therapy services Provide psycho-educational and skill-building programming within the community Conduct crisis, suicide, and homicide risk assessments and interventions, and assist with emergency support as needed Engage in active outreach with school/college staff, parents/caregivers, and community resources Facilitate referrals to community resources as needed Complete clinical notes and other necessary paperwork in a timely manner to comply with all administrative regulations.
Completes visit notes within 72 business hours of visit completion Maintain their own schedule to meet client demand.
Evening availability required Complete a minimum of 20 billable hours (client sessions) per week Attend required meetings, including supervision, group consultation, and team meetings Support program evaluation reports and Quality Improvement measures, as needed Other duties as assigned You May Be a Great Fit If You Are Passionate about supporting children, families, and caregivers through accessible mental health care Comfortable working independently while also collaborating closely with a clinical team Organized, conscientious, and reliable with strong follow-through Adaptable across office and community-based service environments Empathetic, clinically grounded, and committed to high-quality care A self-starter with strong judgment and the ability to manage a caseload responsibly
What You Bring Master’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, or a related behavioral health field Fully licensed (LPC, LCSW, LMFT) or license eligible in Georgia (APC, LMSW, AMFT) Experience working with children and families, including special needs children, marital conflict, and major mental illness Experience conducting clinical assessments, psychotherapy, and care coordination Willingness to work with managed care referrals Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team Ability to use Microsoft Word and learn electronic medical record systems Strong attention to detail, reliability, and ability to meet deadlines Experience conducting workshops and comfort with public speaking assignments preferred Play therapy experience and/or DBT intensive training preferred Knowledgeable about Judaism and Jewish families preferred Reliable transportation for travel to community-based service locations Why JF&CS? At JF&CS, clinicians play an essential role in helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with dignity, compassion, and expert support. In this position, you will help increase access to meaningful mental health services while working within a collaborative, mission-driven organization that values clinical excellence and community impact.
Up to 20 days of paid time off (PTO) annually, prorated in the first year Paid holidays Comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance 401(k) with employer matching Paid parental leave Candidates selected for employment must successfully complete a pre-employment background screening and drug screening. Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results for both. In addition, tuberculosis (TB) testing and fingerprinting may be required, as applicable. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement JF&CS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We embrace our employees’ unique qualities, which fuel interest, innovation, and business success. As an EEO employer, JF&CS will engage in interactive dialogue regarding any accommodation requested based on medical or religious considerations.
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.
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