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Therapist, Behavioral Health

Phoebe Putney Health System·Albany, Georgia

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 12 days ago
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About the role

Responsible for providing behavioral health services to patients in both inpatient and outpatient settings through assessment and treatment planning. The role involves conducting individual and group counseling sessions and collaborating with physicians and community agencies for continuity of care.

Job Number: 34529

Location

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital

Street Address: 417 W 3rd Ave

City, State: Albany, Georgia

Zip Code: 31701

Department

Ppmh behavioral health-Admin

Shift

First Shift

Job Type: Full time

Posted Date: 2026-07-16

Job Description: Summary:

Responsible for ensuring that appropriate services are rendered to patients on in outpatient services.

Must work well independently and in combination with a multidisciplinary team to provide efficient and effective treatment.

Assesses needs and works directly with the patient on the completion of treatment plan goals.

Provides counseling, education, and support to patients and their families in individual and group sessions.

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills for documentation and therapeutic interaction purposes.

Interacts with Physicians and community agencies to provide continuity of care for the prevention of recurring problems and case management discharge planning.

Serves as a representative of the Behavioral Health Center by presenting community education programs.

This requires excellent organizational and presentation skills as well as extensive knowledge of mental health.

Description

Job Summary Responsible for ensuring that appropriate services are rendered to patients on the unit and in outpatient services.

Must work well independently and in combination with a multidisciplinary team to provide efficient and effective treatment.

Assesses needs and works directly with the patient on the completion of treatment plan goals.

Provides counseling, education, and support to patients and their families in individual and group sessions.

Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills for documentation and therapeutic interaction purposes.

Periodically provides in-service training to staff on the unit.

Interacts with Physicians and community agencies to provide continuity of care for the prevention of recurring problems and case management discharge planning.

Serves as a representative of the Behavioral Health Center by presenting community education programs.

This requires excellent organizational and presentation skills as well as extensive knowledge of mental health.

Qualifications

Master’s degree in social sciences, social work, psychology or a related field. Required

Work Experience One or more years of experience in behavioral health. Required

Licenses and Certifications Crisis Response Training, within 60 days of hire. Required

  • Essential Functions Issues are identified and diagnoses are developed based on assessment data.
  • Prioritizes data collection based on the patient's condition and needs.
  • Identifies expected outcomes and plan based on diagnoses or issues.
  • Develops an individualized plan with strategies that address diagnoses.
  • Provides for continuity through a plan that directs other members of the team.
  • Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner.
  • Documents implementation and includes changes or omissions of the identified plan.
  • Consults with healthcare providers and makes referrals as appropriate.
  • Utilizes appropriate community resources and systems to implement the plan Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care.
  • Bases care decisions on plan of care.
  • Monitors and documents patient response.
  • Establishes rapport with clients.
  • Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs.
  • Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment.
  • Provides effective interventions.
  • Respects patients confidentiality and privacy.
  • Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families.
  • Manages difficult or emotional patient situations Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.
  • Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.
  • Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users.
  • Uses correct terminology.
  • Conforms to required style and format.
  • Develops expected outcomes that provide direction for continuity of care.
  • Involves patient/family and other disciplines to determine expected outcomes.
  • Modifies expected outcomes based on changes in the assessment of the patient.
  • Includes the patient and others involved in the care in the evaluation process.
  • Evaluates the plan in relation to patient responses and expected outcomes.
  • Documents the results of the evaluation.

Requirements

Requires a Master's degree in social sciences, social work, psychology, or a related field. Candidates must have at least one year of experience in behavioral health and obtain Crisis Response Training within 60 days of hire.

  • postgraduate degree
  • Case Management
  • Patient Education
  • Treatment Planning
  • Crisis Intervention
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Group Therapy
  • Individual Counseling
  • Discharge Planning
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Community Education
  • Mental Health Knowledge
  • Behavioral Health Assessment

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Albany, Georgia
Posted
Jul 16, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Phoebe Putney Health System

Phoebe Putney Health System (PPHS) is a not-for-profit healthcare delivery system that serves more than half a million residents in Southwest Georgia. With more than 4,300 employees, the system is made up of three hospitals, family medicine clinics, rehabilitation facilities and...

Salary listed on 3 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Behavioral health roles in Georgia

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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