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The Georgia Department of Human Services, an agency where employees participate in meaningful and challenging work, helping to provide a wide range of services that protect and enhance the lives of Georgia’s most vulnerable residents. DHS serves Georgia citizens in many ways, Aging Services, Child Support Services, Child Welfare, and Family Independence. Through each of its programs and services, DHS strives to fulfill its mission of building Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia.
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With nearly 9,000 employees working statewide; diversified career opportunities are available to match your talents. Join our team and pursue a fulfilling career as a Child Welfare Social Services Specialist, Accountant, Human Resources Business Partner, or IT Professional that will challenge you in ways that result in personal and professional development. DHS is the home you’ve been waiting for…join our team!

Vision: Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia.

Mission: Strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.


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Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities, Georgia Department of - DBHDD

Georgia Regional Hospital - Atlanta (GRHA) located on 174 acres in Decatur operates 270+ licensed, accredited inpatient beds in two major program area: Adult Mental Health and Forensic Services. 


Job Descriptions:

 

The Psychiatrist, in conjunction with a comprehensive treatment team, addresses the clinical needs of consumers in the hospital. Ask us about our competitive salary, minimal call responsibilities, and benefits package.  Openings will vary depending on current staffing in the following areas:  Admissions, Adult Mental Health Inpatient, and Forensic Inpatient Services.   

 

-Admissions: Job duties include review of referrals from outside facilities for medical/psychiatric appropriateness, evaluation of individuals accepted from the community to determine the need for inpatient treatment, and reevaluation of individuals receiving treatment in our temporary observation unit.

 

-Adult Mental Health:  Job duties include leading a multidisciplinary team that provides inpatient stabilization  for those admitted to our hospitals and assist in integration back into the community once stabilized (Caseload and length of stay vary by hospital so ask for more information about the location you are interested in).

 

-Forensics:  Job duties include leading a multidisciplinary team that provides inpatient stabilization to individuals referred from the surrounding courts for competency restoration.

Forensically trained psychiatrist may also participate in competency evaluations and court testimony as needed (Caseload and length of stay vary by hospital so ask for more information about the location you are interested in).


Benefits:
  • Vacation
    • 15 days each year up to 5 years of service
    • 18 days each year from 5-10 years of service
    • 21 days each year for 10 + years of service
  • Sick Leave – accrual at a rate of 10 hours per month (15 days each year)
  • Holidays – the state of Georgia recognizes 12 paid holidays
  • Retirement
    • 401(k) plan with a matching employer contribution
    • Defined Benefit Pension Plan
  • Available Insurance
    • Health
    • Dental
    • Vision
    • Legal
    • Disability
    • Healthcare & Childcare spending accounts
    • Life & dependent life insurance
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer

Medical degree recognized by the Georgia Composite Medical Board (GCMB) AND licensure or license-eligible to practice medicine at a state institution or in the state of Georgia as provided by state law AND Two years of experience at the lower level Physician 2 (HCP161) or position equivalent.

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