Intake Counseling Support Professional

Put your clinical expertise to work where it matters most: in the heart of the community. Our Toombs Counseling Center is dedicated to providing accessible, evidence‑based care for all.

Pineland BHDD is hiring an Intake Counseling Support Professional (CSP) to provide intake services, assessments, care coordination, and supportive therapeutic interventions for individuals receiving behavioral health services. This position plays a vital role in connecting individuals to appropriate levels of care, supporting treatment engagement, and ensuring timely, accurate documentation—without the requirement for professional licensure.

Key Responsibilities Include:

Intake, Assessment & Documentation

• Conduct intake assessments and reassessments for individuals entering services
• Complete required screening tools in compliance with DBHDD and agency standards,
• Compile assessment data to support development of person‑centered treatment plans
• Finalize intake forms and progress notes in the EMR

Supportive Services & Lower‑Acuity Interventions

• Provide structured, lower‑level therapeutic and support interventions
• Provide supportive counseling and skill‑building under agency protocols
• Monitor progress and report clinical concerns to supervisors or licensed staff

Care Coordination & Team Collaboration

• Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team (MDT) meetings
• Provide scheduled updates on assigned caseload
• Coordinate referrals and link individuals to community resources and services

Crisis Support

• Assist with crisis response and documentation under supervision
• Complete required screening tools during crisis situations
• Promptly notify clinical leadership of elevated risk or need for higher‑level intervention

Education & Experience Required

• Minimum Requirements: one year experience providing social or direct care services to individuals diagnosed with an Intellectual/Developmental Disability, Mental Health Disorder, and/or Substance Use Disorder in a human service setting OR an Associate degree in a related field OR One year experience at the lower level or position equivalent
• Bachelors Degree preferred
• This position does not require professional licensure.
• Must have a valid State of Georgia Driver's License

Skills That Will Help You Succeed

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail and comfort with documentation requirements
• Ability to engage individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Time management and caseload organization skills
• Trauma‑informed, person‑centered approach to care
• Effective teamwork and willingness to learn

Why Join Pineland BHDD?

• Entry point into meaningful behavioral health work
• Supportive team environment with opportunities for growth
• Mission‑driven organization serving community needs
• Valuable experience for professionals pursuing future licensure or advancement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Pineland BHDD is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer and values diversity in its workforce.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $33,672.14 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Have you or someone you know previously or currently received services at Pineland?
• Do you have any family members working for Pineland BHDD?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Mental health counseling: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Vidalia, GA 30474 (Required)

Work Location: In person