Mental Health Jobs in Georgia
Mental health jobs in Georgia are concentrated in community behavioral health centers, hospital systems, and outpatient clinics, with demand running from entry-level case managers to licensed clinical supervisors. Atlanta, Augusta, and Savannah are the state's busiest hiring metros, and established employers like Grady Health System, WellStar Health System, and Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities maintain consistent openings. The most in-demand specialties include substance use disorder counseling, crisis intervention, and child and adolescent therapy. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Summary
About the Position: This position is located at 78th Medical Group at Robins Air Force Base, Houston County, Georgia. It is located near the city of Warner Robins, Georgia.
This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.
Incentives MAY be authorized.
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Duties
- Document information in the electronic health record during patient encounters.
- Implement psychoeducational classes to target high frequency diagnoses found in the primary care clinic.
- Provide primary care providers and staff regular and concise feedback on the status of referred patients, to include recommendations for team based care.
- Provide evidence-based treatment, including behavioral, cognitive, and motivational approaches.
- Apply biopsychosocial evaluations to propose behavioral health interventions.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
- A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
- A pre-placement medical examination may be required.
- This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random testing. Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
- May be required to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.
- Tuberculin (TB) testing is required.
- Immunization screening may be required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
- Selectees may be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
- Applicants must be able to fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate/relevant clinical privileges.
Qualifications
Who May Apply: US Citizens
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
Basic Requirement for Clinical Psychologist (Behavioral Health):
Degree: Doctoral Degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology.
In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes conducting mental health assessments; providing individual and group treatment; and working as part of a multidisciplinary team. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12).
AND
License: This position requires a current, active, valid, and unrestricted clinical license to practice Psychology independently from a U.S. State, the District of Columbia, Commonwealth, territory, or jurisdiction is required.
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone-no substitution of education for experience is permitted.
Education
FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
Additional information
- Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
- You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
- This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
- Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
- Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
- Recruitment or relocation incentives MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
- Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service.
- Student Loan repayment may be authorized.
- Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes.
- Retention incentive may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
- Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
- Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
- When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information.
- If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
- Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.
Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.
Required Documents
The documents you are required to submit vary based on whether or not you are eligible for preference in federal employment. A complete description of preference categories and the associated required documents is in the Applicant Checklist for Public Announcements.
As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
1. Your resume:
- Your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration.
- For each relevant work experience, make sure you include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (include month and year), for qualifications purposes, the number of hours worked per week, and a brief description that show you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement. If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position.
- Use plain language. Avoid using acronyms and terms that are not easily understood. The hiring agency will not make assumptions about what's in your resume.
- If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations, and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
- For additional information, to include formatting tips, see: What to include in your resume.
- Cover Letter, optional
- Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable
- This position has an individual occupational requirement and/or allows for substitution of education for experience. If you meet this requirement based on education you MUST submit a copy of your transcript with your application package or you will be rated ineligible. See: Transcripts and Licenses.
- License/Certification: This position requires a job-related license or certification. You MUST submit a copy of your license or certification with your application package or you will be rated ineligible. See: Transcripts and Licenses.
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
- The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/01/2026to receive consideration.
- To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13100480).
- Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. As a reminder, your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. For additional information, refer to the 'Required Documents' section.
- You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
- After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
- You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. Your resume selected in USAJOBS will be included, but you must re-select other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application may be incomplete.
- It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
- Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://www.usajobs.gov/applicant/profile/dashboard/), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status.
Agency contact information
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Next steps
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.
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The qualifications that appear most often in mental health jobs across Georgia.
- Active Georgia licensure such as LPC, LCSW, LMFT, or LAPC from the Georgia Composite Board
- Master's degree in counseling, social work, psychology, or a related clinical field
- Experience delivering individual and group therapy in a clinical or community setting
- Familiarity with evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or motivational interviewing
- Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation standards
- Ability to meet Georgia Medicaid credentialing and billing compliance requirements
Mental Health Jobs in Georgia: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a mental health professional in Georgia?
Licensure in Georgia is issued by the Georgia Composite Board of Professional Counselors, Social Workers, and Marriage and Family Therapists. Most clinical roles require a master's degree in counseling, social work, or a related field, followed by supervised post-degree hours and passage of a board-approved exam. Associate-level licenses such as the LAPC or LMSW allow supervised practice while you accumulate the hours needed to sit for full licensure.
Which companies hire mental health professionals in Georgia?
Companies currently hiring mental healths in Georgia include Laurel Heights Hospital, Centurion Health, and CHE Behavioral Health Services, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Georgia's large integrated health systems and its state-funded community service boards are among the most consistent sources of full-time openings across the state.
Which Georgia cities have the most mental health jobs?
Atlanta, Augusta, and Savannah have the highest concentration of mental health openings in Georgia. Atlanta dominates because of its dense network of hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and private group practices, while Augusta and Savannah draw demand from regional medical centers and Veterans Affairs facilities anchored in those metro areas.
Are there remote mental health jobs in Georgia?
Yes, and more than most clinical fields, because telehealth has become a standard delivery model for outpatient therapy and psychiatric services. About 35% of mental health openings tied to Georgia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how widely Georgia-licensed providers are used in virtual care. Roles focused on individual therapy, psychiatric medication management, and employee assistance programs are the most likely to be fully remote.
How can I get hired as a mental health professional in Georgia with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is pursuing an associate-level license such as the LAPC or LMSW, which lets you practice under supervision while building clinical hours. Georgia's community service boards, including Behavioral Health Link and View Point Health, regularly hire unlicensed or newly licensed clinicians into case manager and mental health technician roles. Completing a practicum or internship at a Georgia community mental health center during your master's program is the most direct way to convert to a paid position after graduation.
Where can I find and apply to mental health jobs in Georgia?
You can find and apply to mental health jobs in Georgia on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, identify the roles that fit your license level and specialty, and apply directly to the ones that match your experience.
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