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Georgia's mental health sector is expanding rapidly, with major employers like Emory Healthcare, Grady Health System, and WellStar Health System actively hiring licensed counselors, psychologists, and psychiatric nurse practitioners. Atlanta anchors most sponsorship activity, though Savannah and Augusta also have growing behavioral health programs seeking internationally trained clinicians.
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Job Title:
Mental Health Judicial Liaison & Compliance Officer - Atlanta
Agency:
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Job Requisition ID:
JR0000007114
Shift:
Not Applicable (United States of America)
Compensation Details:
$66,000.00
Job Description:
Job Title: Mental Health Judicial Liaison & Compliance Officer - Atlanta
Workplace: Atlanta, Ga. 30334
Hybrid - 3 days per week in office
Travel: 75-80% travel
Job Summary:
The Mental Health Judicial Liaison & Compliance Officer serves as the central bridge between Georgia’s criminal justice system, state psychiatric hospitals, and community-based mental health providers. Operating at the intersection of community corrections and behavioral health, this role monitors court-ordered compliance, conducts jail-based assessments, and coordinates reentry and diversion for justice-involved individuals with severe mental health diagnoses.
This specialized position focuses on individuals involved in state-mandated psychiatric programs, including Community Competency Restoration, Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI) conditional releases, and individuals adjudicated Incompetent to Stand Trial and Not Restorable (IST-NR), and Over Objection (MOO).
If you are an experienced Community Supervision Officer, Probation/Parole Investigator, Forensic Social Worker, or Court Liaison looking to drive meaningful diversion and public safety without direct physical arrest duties, this role leverages your field expertise across a broader statewide impact.
Key Responsibilities
1. Court Liaison & Forensic Compliance Oversight
- Monitor individuals under conditional release, civil commitment, or court bond conditions requiring behavioral health compliance.
- Serve as the agency’s subject-matter representative in superior, state, and accountability court hearings; provide structured compliance updates, case summaries, and violation reports to judges, prosecutors, and defense counsel.
- Maintain regular field and collateral contact with individuals, treatment providers, and community corrections partners to ensure adherence to psychiatric treatment and medication orders.
2. Jail Inreach, Forensic Diversion & Reentry Planning
- Conduct in-person status checks and forensic tracking inside county jails across Georgia for individuals awaiting admission to DBHDD forensic hospital facilities.
- Assess and coordinate with state and local partners to remove barriers to community stabilization (housing, benefits, medication continuity, intensive outpatient support) to expedite safe release and alternatives to extended incarceration or hospitalization.
- Coordinate cross-system logistics for hospital discharge, jail release, and community reintegration in coordination with local Community Service Boards (CSBs).
3. Crisis Intervention & Multi-Agency Coordination
- Serve as an organizational resource across law enforcement, local jails, community mental health providers, and state psychiatric hospitals.
- Identify early warning signs of psychiatric decompensation or non-compliance; coordinate urgent clinical intervention or notify court authorities before criminal violations occur.
- Conduct field-based checks, home visits, and site audits at community provider locations to ensure continuity of care.
4. Case Management & Program Tracking
- Maintain accurate case data and tracking for the statewide restoration and forensic compliance database.
- Compile and deliver structured progress reports, status alerts, and statistical updates to executive leadership within the Office of Mental Health Justice Programs.
Preferred Qualifications
(Candidates with backgrounds in community supervision, probation, or crisis intervention are strongly encouraged to apply.)
- Direct experience as a Georgia P.O.S.T. certified Community Supervision Officer (CSO II / CSO III), Probation Officer, Parole Officer, or Specialized Mental Health Caseload Officer.
- Formal training in Crisis Intervention Team (CIT), Mental Health First Aid, or Trauma-Informed Care.
- Demonstrable working knowledge of Georgia’s forensic mental health statutes (O.C.G.A. Title 17-7-130 and 17-7-131 regarding Incompetency to Stand Trial and NGRI dispositions).
- Proven experience writing clear, objective compliance reports for judges, attorneys, and medical directors.
- Master’s degree in Forensic Psychology, Social Work (MSW), Criminal Justice, or related behavioral health discipline.
What Sets This Role Apart
- High-Impact Advocacy: Work at the forefront of modernizing Georgia’s criminal justice reform and forensic diversion initiatives.
- Specialized Expertise: Gain deep exposure to statewide forensic psychiatry, legal proceedings, and executive agency policy.
- Comprehensive State Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, flexible spending accounts, and Georgia State Retirement (ERSGA) pension benefits.
For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/
Employment Requirements
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.
The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:
- Drug Screening
- TB Evaluation
- Annual Influenza*
Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of experience performing work related to the area of assignment or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Healthcare Prgm Consultant 2 (HCP091) or position equivalent. Note: Some positions may require licensure.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.
Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!
We are the force that drives Georgia!
Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens!
Join Team Georgia and impact lives every day while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!
Job Title:
Mental Health Judicial Liaison & Compliance Officer - Atlanta
Agency:
Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities
Job Requisition ID:
JR0000007114
Shift:
Not Applicable (United States of America)
Compensation Details:
$66,000.00
Job Description:
Job Title: Mental Health Judicial Liaison & Compliance Officer - Atlanta
Workplace: Atlanta, Ga. 30334
Hybrid - 3 days per week in office
Travel: 75-80% travel
Job Summary:
The Mental Health Judicial Liaison & Compliance Officer serves as the central bridge between Georgia’s criminal justice system, state psychiatric hospitals, and community-based mental health providers. Operating at the intersection of community corrections and behavioral health, this role monitors court-ordered compliance, conducts jail-based assessments, and coordinates reentry and diversion for justice-involved individuals with severe mental health diagnoses.
This specialized position focuses on individuals involved in state-mandated psychiatric programs, including Community Competency Restoration, Not Guilty by Reason of Insanity (NGRI) conditional releases, and individuals adjudicated Incompetent to Stand Trial and Not Restorable (IST-NR), and Over Objection (MOO).
If you are an experienced Community Supervision Officer, Probation/Parole Investigator, Forensic Social Worker, or Court Liaison looking to drive meaningful diversion and public safety without direct physical arrest duties, this role leverages your field expertise across a broader statewide impact.
Key Responsibilities
1. Court Liaison & Forensic Compliance Oversight
- Monitor individuals under conditional release, civil commitment, or court bond conditions requiring behavioral health compliance.
- Serve as the agency’s subject-matter representative in superior, state, and accountability court hearings; provide structured compliance updates, case summaries, and violation reports to judges, prosecutors, and defense counsel.
- Maintain regular field and collateral contact with individuals, treatment providers, and community corrections partners to ensure adherence to psychiatric treatment and medication orders.
2. Jail Inreach, Forensic Diversion & Reentry Planning
- Conduct in-person status checks and forensic tracking inside county jails across Georgia for individuals awaiting admission to DBHDD forensic hospital facilities.
- Assess and coordinate with state and local partners to remove barriers to community stabilization (housing, benefits, medication continuity, intensive outpatient support) to expedite safe release and alternatives to extended incarceration or hospitalization.
- Coordinate cross-system logistics for hospital discharge, jail release, and community reintegration in coordination with local Community Service Boards (CSBs).
3. Crisis Intervention & Multi-Agency Coordination
- Serve as an organizational resource across law enforcement, local jails, community mental health providers, and state psychiatric hospitals.
- Identify early warning signs of psychiatric decompensation or non-compliance; coordinate urgent clinical intervention or notify court authorities before criminal violations occur.
- Conduct field-based checks, home visits, and site audits at community provider locations to ensure continuity of care.
4. Case Management & Program Tracking
- Maintain accurate case data and tracking for the statewide restoration and forensic compliance database.
- Compile and deliver structured progress reports, status alerts, and statistical updates to executive leadership within the Office of Mental Health Justice Programs.
Preferred Qualifications
(Candidates with backgrounds in community supervision, probation, or crisis intervention are strongly encouraged to apply.)
- Direct experience as a Georgia P.O.S.T. certified Community Supervision Officer (CSO II / CSO III), Probation Officer, Parole Officer, or Specialized Mental Health Caseload Officer.
- Formal training in Crisis Intervention Team (CIT), Mental Health First Aid, or Trauma-Informed Care.
- Demonstrable working knowledge of Georgia’s forensic mental health statutes (O.C.G.A. Title 17-7-130 and 17-7-131 regarding Incompetency to Stand Trial and NGRI dispositions).
- Proven experience writing clear, objective compliance reports for judges, attorneys, and medical directors.
- Master’s degree in Forensic Psychology, Social Work (MSW), Criminal Justice, or related behavioral health discipline.
What Sets This Role Apart
- High-Impact Advocacy: Work at the forefront of modernizing Georgia’s criminal justice reform and forensic diversion initiatives.
- Specialized Expertise: Gain deep exposure to statewide forensic psychiatry, legal proceedings, and executive agency policy.
- Comprehensive State Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, paid parental leave, flexible spending accounts, and Georgia State Retirement (ERSGA) pension benefits.
For benefits information, please visit: https://careers.dbhdd.ga.gov/why-dbhdd/
Employment Requirements
To ensure the safety and wellbeing of our employees, individuals and communities we serve, certain positions within DBHDD may require evaluations, vaccinations, professional licensure and certifications. Licenses must be current and enable providers to practice within the State of Georgia.
The following are a listing of evaluations and vaccinations that may be required for employees, including those not involved with direct care:
- Drug Screening
- TB Evaluation
- Annual Influenza*
Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.
FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of experience performing work related to the area of assignment or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Healthcare Prgm Consultant 2 (HCP091) or position equivalent. Note: Some positions may require licensure.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.
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Which companies sponsor visas for mental health professionals in Georgia?
Large health systems are the most consistent sponsors in Georgia. Emory Healthcare, Grady Health System, WellStar Health System, and Piedmont Healthcare have all sponsored mental health professionals through H-1B visa and other work visa categories. Community mental health centers and federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) across the state also sponsor, particularly for roles in underserved areas where licensed clinicians are in short supply.
Which visa types are most common for mental health roles in Georgia?
The H-1B is the most common visa for licensed mental health professionals in Georgia, covering roles like licensed professional counselors, psychologists, and psychiatric nurse practitioners that qualify as specialty occupations. The J-1 visa is also used, particularly through clinical training programs at Emory University and Augusta University. Some roles qualify for O-1 visas if the applicant has demonstrated exceptional achievement in research or clinical practice.
Which cities in Georgia have the most mental health sponsorship jobs?
Atlanta has the highest concentration of mental health sponsorship jobs in Georgia by a significant margin, driven by its large hospital systems, university-affiliated clinics, and private behavioral health groups. Augusta is a secondary hub thanks to Augusta University Health and the Charlie Norwood VA Medical Center. Savannah has seen growing demand through St. Joseph's/Candler Health System and expanding community behavioral health services.
How to find mental health visa sponsorship jobs in Georgia?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters mental health roles in Georgia by visa sponsorship status, so you're not sorting through listings that won't support work authorization. Search for counselor, psychologist, social worker, or psychiatric roles filtered to Georgia. Health systems in Atlanta, Augusta, and Savannah are the most active sponsors, and Migrate Mate surfaces those employers directly.
Are there any Georgia-specific considerations for mental health professionals seeking visa sponsorship?
Georgia requires state licensure for practicing mental health professionals, and the licensing process through the Georgia Composite Board of Professional Counselors can take several months for internationally trained applicants. Employers sponsoring H-1B or J-1 visas typically initiate the process only after confirming licensure eligibility. FQHCs and rural health clinics in Georgia may also offer National Health Service Corps loan repayment, which can make those roles more attractive even where sponsorship processes take longer.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored mental health jobs in Georgia?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.