Unison Behavioral Health·Waycross, Georgia
Provides a broad range of social services to clients and their families while participating in treatment team planning. Acts as a liaison for social services and performs crisis intervention to help clients manage personal and social problems.
Location: Waycross, GA
Closing Date: open until filled
$21.63
Provides a broad range of social services to clients and their families. Participates in treatment team planning and performs crisis intervention. Assists in dealing with personal and social problems. Serves as a liaison for social services. Anticipated Schedule: Will work Monday-Thursday, 7 AM – 6 PM.
Knowledge of diagnostic impressions or criteria. Knowledge of how client advocacy system operates. Knowledge of individual and group therapy techniques. Knowledge of various therapeutic models and interventions as directly related to area of assignment. Knowledge of crisis intervention techniques. Required
High school diploma and 3 years social services experience, bachelor’s degree in helping field (psychology, sociology, etc.) preferred. Case management experience is a plus. Must be at least 21 years old to apply. Must have a valid in-state driver’s license and have a driving record with no more than 6 points. Experience with or knowledge of trauma informed, resilience-oriented care or lived experience in recovery is preferred. Knowledge of addictive diseases is preferred. Additional Notes: Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. 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. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification. This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified. UBH is a tobacco-free campus.
Requires a high school diploma and 3 years of social services experience, though a bachelor's degree in a helping field is preferred. Candidates must be at least 21 years old with a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
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.
