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Georgia's Behavioral Health Crisis System: Join the Response
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The escalating demand for prevention and crisis services in Georgia highlights a dire need for a greater number of behavioral health professionals. There exists a vast opportunity at multiple tiers - federal, state, and local - for individuals to step forward and make a tangible difference.
Georgia’s Behavioral Health Crisis System, accessible through 988, connects anyone experiencing mental health-related distress to compassionate, accessible care and support through numerous centers focused on assisting those in need. These centers function as a lifeline, connecting individuals to immediate aid through calls, chats, and texts. To cater to this escalating demand and ensure that every voice is answered, these centers are avidly seeking empathetic individuals to join their teams. This includes volunteers, full-time employees, and interns.
Whether you're an individual who possesses the inherent passion to support those in distress, or someone with an advanced degree aiming to shoulder managerial responsibilities, there's a place for you in Georgia's evolving crisis system.
Employment Opportunities:
Federal and State opportunities with 988:
https://988lifeline.org/careers/
State of Georgia Careers:
https://careers.georgia.gov/ (search DBHDD)
Volunteer Opportunities in Georgia:
Points of Light Volunteer Opportunity Finder:
https://engage.pointsoflight.org/ (search Mental Health or Suicide)
You can also filter for Remote or In-Person Opportunities.
Careers in Behavioral Health:
As Georgia continues to strengthen and expand its behavioral health workforce, this guide offers valuable insight into the wide range of career paths available across the state.
Behavioral health professionals play a vital role in supporting the well-being of individuals, families, and communities. From counseling and social work to crisis intervention, these careers offer purpose-driven work, long-term stability, and opportunities for professional growth.
This resource outlines the many roles available within the behavioral health field, the settings in which professionals work—including hospitals, schools, community organizations, and more—and the growing demand for qualified individuals across Georgia.
Whether you’re beginning your career journey or seeking opportunities to advance your career, this guide is designed to help you explore the behavioral health career field. By connecting individuals to information about career pathways in behavioral health, we aim to support the development of a strong, skilled workforce ready to meet the needs of communities across Georgia.
Scholarships:
We are pleased to share a valuable resource developed by the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) to support individuals interested in pursuing or advancing careers in behavioral health. This guide outlines a few scholarships and financial aid opportunities available to students and professionals across Georgia.
As the state works to strengthen and expand the behavioral health workforce, addressing barriers to education and training is essential. This resource aims to help future and current behavioral health professionals identify financial support options that can make their educational goals more accessible.
We encourage you to explore the guide for practical information on scholarships and how to take the next step toward a rewarding and impactful career in behavioral health. Whether you are beginning your educational journey, shifting into a behavioral health career, or seeking professional development, this guide is designed to help reduce financial barriers and support your commitment to serving Georgia’s communities. By connecting individuals to meaningful funding opportunities, DBHDD aims to strengthen the pipeline of skilled professionals who are equipped to meet the state’s behavioral health needs.