Adult Mental Health Psychologist – Recovery Focus

About the role

The State of Georgia’s Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities seeks an Adult Mental Health Psychologist to join Georgia Regional Hospital – Atlanta. You will work in an acute inpatient setting, providing evidence‑based psychological care to adults with serious mental illness, trauma histories, and complex interpersonal challenges.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychological assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Deliver individual, group, and behavioral interventions aimed at recovery.
• Collaborate daily with multidisciplinary treatment teams, including physicians, nurses, and social workers.
• Provide supervision and training for doctoral interns, practicum students, and post‑doctoral fellows.

Required profile

• Doctorate in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA‑accredited program.
• Current Georgia license to practice psychology (temporary, provisional, or permanent).
• At least one year of experience at the Psychologist 1 (HCP140) level or equivalent.
• Demonstrated competency serving diverse client populations and psychiatric inpatients.
• Strong written and organizational skills and ability to work on interdisciplinary teams.

What we offer

• Competitive salary range of $95,400 – $112,700 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits including health and dental insurance, retirement and savings plans.
• Generous paid time off: 13 holidays, 15 vacation days, and 15 sick days.
• Supportive Total Rewards initiative promoting work‑life balance.