Behavioral Health Technician Jobs in Georgia
Behavioral Health Technician jobs in Georgia are among the most active in the Southeast, with consistent demand across community mental health centers, residential treatment facilities, and hospital-based behavioral health units at every level from entry-level technician to senior BHT. Atlanta, Savannah, and Augusta anchor the bulk of hiring, where established employers like Grady Health System, WellStar Health System, and Behavioral Health Link maintain ongoing behavioral health technician needs. Crisis stabilization, autism support services, and substance use disorder treatment are the specialties seeing the most sustained openings across the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Whatever the role, everyone at Grady is part of something bigger. Choosing a career at Grady is choosing to be part of a legacy of service and commitment to our communities. If you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.
Job Summary
The Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) works with people who experience serious mental illness and acts as a role model of recovery. CPS provides group and/or individual training and counseling, as well as service coordination, support for community linkage, and advocacy support to meet individual needs. Assists with completion of Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP). May work in a clinic, peer program, or community setting.High school diploma or GED is required
Current certification as Peer Specialist (CPS) through the Georgia DBHDD/Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network is required
Two years of experience with Serious and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI) and/or addictive disease is required
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider Card is required
CARES and WRAP certifications is preferred
Bachelor’s degree is preferred
Core Competencies
These competencies reflect the values and behaviors expected of all Grady team members, regardless of role. They ensure that every employee contributes to safe, high-quality care, positive patient experience, and a collaborative work environment.
1. Patient-Centered Care – Demonstrates a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care that prioritizes the well-being and satisfaction of patients and their families.
2. Integrity & Accountability – Acts ethically, maintains confidentiality, and accepts responsibility for actions, decisions, and outcomes.
3. Collaboration & Teamwork – Builds positive relationships, works effectively across departments, and supports colleagues to achieve shared goals.
4. Communication – Communicates clearly, respectfully, and effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and leadership.
5. Respect & Inclusion – Creates an inclusive environment by valuing diversity, treating others with dignity, and ensuring equitable care and opportunities for all.
6. Quality & Safety – Adheres to best practices, regulatory standards, and policies to ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality outcomes.
7. Adaptability & Resilience – Responds effectively to change, remains flexible in dynamic situations, and demonstrates resilience under pressure.
8. Continuous Improvement – Seeks opportunities to improve processes, skills, and outcomes through innovation, learning, and feedback.
9. Leadership & Professionalism – Inspires, guides, and develops individuals and teams while modeling professionalism, fairness, and transparency.
10. Employee Experience Focus – Champions a supportive and engaging employee journey that enables staff to thrive and, in turn, deliver exceptional patient care.
Grady Total Rewards
At Grady, we believe in supporting the health, well-being, and growth of every team member. Our Total Rewards package is designed to provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits that make a difference in your life and career, including:
Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Financial Security: Retirement savings plans with employer contributions, life insurance, and disability coverage.
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, holidays, and family leave benefits.
Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, professional development programs, and opportunities for advancement.
Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and discounts on services.
Grady’s Total Rewards are designed to ensure our employees feel valued, supported, and empowered, both at work and beyond.
Why Join Grady?
Grady Health System is more than a hospital — we are a vital part of Atlanta and the surrounding communities. For over 125 years, Grady has been committed to providing exceptional care, advancing health equity, and making a difference in the lives of those we serve. When you join Grady, you become part of a team that values excellence, compassion, innovation, and collaboration.
Here, every role matters. Whether you provide direct patient care, support our operations, or lead teams, you play an important part in fulfilling our mission. We offer opportunities to learn, grow, and build a meaningful career in an environment where your contributions are recognized and valued.
At Grady, we don’t just work, we make an impact.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Grady Health System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workforce where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Grady is dedicated to creating an accessible work environment and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equitable opportunities for success.
Whatever the role, everyone at Grady is part of something bigger. Choosing a career at Grady is choosing to be part of a legacy of service and commitment to our communities. If you want to make a difference, we want to hear from you.
Job Summary
The Certified Peer Specialist (CPS) works with people who experience serious mental illness and acts as a role model of recovery. CPS provides group and/or individual training and counseling, as well as service coordination, support for community linkage, and advocacy support to meet individual needs. Assists with completion of Wellness Recovery Action Plans (WRAP). May work in a clinic, peer program, or community setting.High school diploma or GED is required
Current certification as Peer Specialist (CPS) through the Georgia DBHDD/Georgia Mental Health Consumer Network is required
Two years of experience with Serious and Persistent Mental Illness (SPMI) and/or addictive disease is required
Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider Card is required
CARES and WRAP certifications is preferred
Bachelor’s degree is preferred
Core Competencies
These competencies reflect the values and behaviors expected of all Grady team members, regardless of role. They ensure that every employee contributes to safe, high-quality care, positive patient experience, and a collaborative work environment.
1. Patient-Centered Care – Demonstrates a commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and high-quality care that prioritizes the well-being and satisfaction of patients and their families.
2. Integrity & Accountability – Acts ethically, maintains confidentiality, and accepts responsibility for actions, decisions, and outcomes.
3. Collaboration & Teamwork – Builds positive relationships, works effectively across departments, and supports colleagues to achieve shared goals.
4. Communication – Communicates clearly, respectfully, and effectively with patients, families, colleagues, and leadership.
5. Respect & Inclusion – Creates an inclusive environment by valuing diversity, treating others with dignity, and ensuring equitable care and opportunities for all.
6. Quality & Safety – Adheres to best practices, regulatory standards, and policies to ensure safe, reliable, and high-quality outcomes.
7. Adaptability & Resilience – Responds effectively to change, remains flexible in dynamic situations, and demonstrates resilience under pressure.
8. Continuous Improvement – Seeks opportunities to improve processes, skills, and outcomes through innovation, learning, and feedback.
9. Leadership & Professionalism – Inspires, guides, and develops individuals and teams while modeling professionalism, fairness, and transparency.
10. Employee Experience Focus – Champions a supportive and engaging employee journey that enables staff to thrive and, in turn, deliver exceptional patient care.
Grady Total Rewards
At Grady, we believe in supporting the health, well-being, and growth of every team member. Our Total Rewards package is designed to provide competitive pay and comprehensive benefits that make a difference in your life and career, including:
Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage.
Financial Security: Retirement savings plans with employer contributions, life insurance, and disability coverage.
Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, holidays, and family leave benefits.
Career Growth: Tuition reimbursement, professional development programs, and opportunities for advancement.
Employee Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and discounts on services.
Grady’s Total Rewards are designed to ensure our employees feel valued, supported, and empowered, both at work and beyond.
Why Join Grady?
Grady Health System is more than a hospital — we are a vital part of Atlanta and the surrounding communities. For over 125 years, Grady has been committed to providing exceptional care, advancing health equity, and making a difference in the lives of those we serve. When you join Grady, you become part of a team that values excellence, compassion, innovation, and collaboration.
Here, every role matters. Whether you provide direct patient care, support our operations, or lead teams, you play an important part in fulfilling our mission. We offer opportunities to learn, grow, and build a meaningful career in an environment where your contributions are recognized and valued.
At Grady, we don’t just work, we make an impact.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:
Grady Health System is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a workforce where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Grady is dedicated to creating an accessible work environment and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities to ensure equitable opportunities for success.
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Behavioral Health Technician Job Market in Georgia
A snapshot from current Georgia openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- View Point Health28
- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta8
- ATC Healthcare6
- Piedmont Healthcare5
- Advanced Recovery Systems4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Georgia Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in behavioral health technician jobs across Georgia.
- High school diploma or GED required, with an associate or bachelor's degree in a behavioral or human services field preferred
- Relevant Georgia or nationally recognized certification such as a Behavioral Health Technician credential or equivalent
- Prior experience in a behavioral health, psychiatric, or direct support setting strongly preferred by most Georgia employers
- Current CPR and first aid certification required prior to or shortly after hire in most facilities
- Ability to pass a Georgia criminal background check and drug screening as required for direct care roles
- Strong documentation skills and familiarity with electronic health record systems used in Georgia behavioral health settings
Behavioral Health Technician Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a behavioral health technician in Georgia?
Most Georgia employers require a high school diploma at minimum, though an associate or bachelor's degree in psychology, social work, or a related human services field strengthens your candidacy. Georgia does not have a single mandatory state license for behavioral health technicians, but many employers require or strongly prefer a nationally recognized Registered Behavior Technician credential or a Behavioral Health Technician certificate from an accredited program. Completing a certificate program through Georgia Technical College System schools and obtaining CPR certification is the most direct path to landing your first role.
Which companies hire behavioral health technicians in Georgia?
Employers hiring behavioral health technicians in Georgia right now include View Point Health, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, and ATC Healthcare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Georgia's large integrated health systems, community service boards, and residential treatment networks account for the majority of consistent behavioral health technician openings across the state.
Which Georgia cities have the most behavioral health technician jobs?
The Georgia cities with the most behavioral health technician openings are Atlanta, Lawrenceville, and Macon. Atlanta drives the largest share of listings due to its concentration of hospital systems, community mental health centers, and regional behavioral health organizations, while Augusta and Savannah generate steady demand through their respective health systems and community service boards serving surrounding counties.
Are there remote behavioral health technician jobs in Georgia?
Yes, but they're rare. Behavioral health technician work is fundamentally hands-on and direct care in nature, so the role is not well suited to fully remote arrangements. About 9% of behavioral health technician openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are concentrated in administrative coordination, telehealth intake support, or case monitoring rather than direct client care.
How can I get hired as a behavioral health technician in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to entry-level direct support or mental health associate roles at Georgia's community service boards, which are the publicly funded behavioral health authorities operating in every region of the state and frequently hire candidates without prior clinical experience. WellStar and Grady Health System both run new employee orientation programs that provide on-the-job training for behavioral health roles. Coming from adjacent positions such as a residential aide, peer support specialist, or crisis line operator strengthens your application, and completing a Registered Behavior Technician certificate before you apply gives you a measurable credential edge.
Where can I find and apply to behavioral health technician jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to behavioral health technician jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Georgia openings across Atlanta, Savannah, Augusta, and other hiring markets statewide. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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