Kindred Healthcare·Columbus, Georgia
Provides essential therapeutic and clinical support to adults, adolescents, and seniors experiencing psychiatric or addictive disorders. Responsibilities include conducting intake assessments, facilitating referrals, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team on treatment planning.
Become part of The Bradley Center, the psychiatric and behavioral health arm of the St.
Francis - Emory Healthcare in Columbus, GA.
As a dedicated mental health hospital, The Bradley Center complements St.
Francis’s acute care offerings and shares in the system’s recognized commitment to quality, patient safety, and community trust.
With the backing of a hospital network that earns multiple honors and accreditations, The Bradley Center is uniquely positioned to deliver specialized, compassionate psychiatric care in support of our region’s holistic well-being Job Summary The Therapeutic Care Provider I supports inpatient, outpatient, and support services to adults and adolescents experiencing psychiatric or addictive disorders, as well as seniors in psychiatric crisis.
This entry-level position provides essential therapeutic and clinical support services, participates in assessments, intake, and discharge planning, and collaborates with an interdisciplinary care team.
Essential Functions Conduct intake assessments and determine level of care.
Assist in registration, insurance verification, and pre-certification.
Facilitate referrals and link patients to appropriate services.
Deliver basic therapeutic interventions and support services.
Participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning and documentation.
Travel to conduct assessments when needed.
Integrate evidence-based practices into care delivery.
Provide basic care support typically associated with a Nurse Tech.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Strong communication and customer service skills.
Familiarity with psychological/medical terminology.
Basic knowledge of human behavior and psychology.
Critical thinking, time management, and prioritization skills.
Ability to work in stressful environments.
Demonstrate empathy, respect, and cultural competence.
Education Bachelor’s degree in a related field required. Master’s degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field with mental health specialization preferred. Licenses/Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) Handle with Care Certification or CPI within 90 days of hire Current professional license preferred Valid Driver’s License preferred Experience No experience required prior experience in mental health or social services preferred.
A Bachelor's degree in a related field is required, while a Master's degree in Social Work or Psychology is preferred. Candidates should possess BLS certification and be able to obtain Handle with Care or CPI certification within 90 days of hire.
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.
