Licensed Clinician

Claratel Behavioral Health•Decatur, GA

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About The Position

Licensed Clinician – DeKalb Regional Crisis Center Claratel Behavioral Health (formerly DeKalb Community Service Board) is a leading, community-based provider of behavioral health and developmental disabilities services in metropolitan Atlanta, Georgia. We serve more than 11,000 uninsured and underinsured individuals annually through a full continuum of mental health, substance use, and developmental disabilities programs. As a public, not-for-profit organization, Claratel BH operates over 20 locations across DeKalb County and employs a diverse workforce of more than 500 direct-care and support professionals. Our team of physicians, nurses, clinicians, and support staff is committed to helping individuals and families recover from behavioral health challenges and resume meaningful, productive lives. We deliver high-quality, evidence-based care in the least restrictive settings and envision a community where disabilities no longer limit potential. Claratel BH is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF).About the DeKalb Regional Crisis Center The Crisis Center provides urgent intervention and stabilization services for adults experiencing behavioral health emergencies. It offers three levels of care: Crisis Services Center (CSC): Accepts walk-ins, emergency room transfers, and involuntary referrals for evaluation Temporary Observation Unit (TOU): Provides 12–24 hours of monitoring for individuals needing further assessment Crisis Stabilization Unit (CSU): Offers 5–7 days of intensive care including counseling, medication management, and discharge planning Job Summary The Licensed Clinician plays a vital role in the delivery of crisis evaluation, stabilization, and withdrawal management services. As a key member of our multidisciplinary team, the clinician provides assessments, individual and group therapy, family counseling, discharge planning, and other evidence-based interventions. This role supports the overall mission of the Crisis Center through collaborative, trauma-informed, and recovery-oriented care.

Requirements

Master’s degree in behavioral health and/or social services field
Associate licensure (LAPC, LMSW)
At least two years of relevant experience
Proficiency in computer systems and multitasking

Nice To Haves

Independent licensure in Georgia (LCSW or LPC)

Responsibilities

Conduct timely, comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments
Use multiple sources to inform client-centered treatment planning
Apply standardized tools (e.g., Columbia Suicide Severity Rating Scale)
Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and triage decision-making
Seek supervision when appropriate
Establish therapeutic relationships with clients and families
Deliver individual, family, and group counseling using evidence-based practices
Provide crisis intervention and document responses to treatment
Modify interventions based on clinical feedback
Maintain proficiency in mental health, substance use, and co-occurring disorders
Engage clients using trauma-informed and recovery-oriented approaches
Develop and coordinate individualized treatment plans
Document goals, objectives, and interventions with clarity and specificity
Serve as a resource for internal and external providers
Assist in problem-solving for complex cases
Ensure timely communication and documentation of referrals, discharges, and service authorizations
Facilitate discharge planning, including safety and crisis plans
Conduct follow-up calls and complete monitoring notes per policy
Act as liaison for community resource engagement
Maintain active licensure and certifications
Participating in clinical supervision and continuing education
Engage in organizational training initiatives