Our Agency

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is the state agency that focuses solely on policies, programs, and services for people with mental health challenges, substance use disorders, intellectual and developmental disabilities, or any combination of these. As Georgia’s public safety net, DBHDD operates six field offices and five hospitals throughout the state within three program areas: behavioral health, developmental disabilities and hospital services.

Since opening in 1974, West Central Georgia Regional Hospital (WCGRH) has stood as a beacon of hope for consumers in need of behavioral healthcare services in its region. WCGRH provides inpatient services to 71 counties and elsewhere as needed. WCGRH has inpatient treatment units that serve 40 Adult Mental Health and154 Forensic patients for a total of 194 beds at any point in time.

WCGRH specializes in assisting the mentally ill reach their fullest potential and by helping those who are unable to help themselves.  Whether you are in a position that provides patient care, or part of the supportive services of the hospital, such as food service, you can be assured that you are providing a meaningful service to patients in need.

WCGRH is seeng candidates for the position of Nurse Educator.

FOR THIS TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT, STATE LAW REQUIRES A NATIONAL AND STATE BACKGROUND CHECK AS A CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT. 

Job Description

Pay Grade: L

Supervises, guides, and/or instructs the work assignments of subordinate staff. Responsible for assessing, planning and/or coordinating training sessions for an agency. Performs end-to-end learning and development. Evaluates training and learning outcomes in relation to functional and/or technical training activities. Supervises all activities related to area of expertise.

Roles and Responsibilities:

•    Develops standards and procedures to be used in project development and implementation
•    Directs the development of standards and procedures to be used in project development and implementation
•    May oversee or participate in policy, procedure, and processes development
•    Oversees the development and on-going management of a variety of program areas
•    Provides direction and oversees the development of an effective and comprehensive marketing plan
•    Performs job responsibilities with minimal supervision
•    Supervises and plans work of assigned staff    

Minimum Qualifications

Vocational/Technical degree in a directly related area from an accredited college AND Two years 
of experience providing educational, training or instructional services to functional area OR High 
school diploma or GED AND Five years of area specific experience, One year of which in a 
lead/supervisory capacity. 

Preferred Skills/Qualifications:  Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, demonstrate some or all the following skills/experience:

• Licensed as a RN in the State of Georgia (must be current and valid)

Benefits

In addition to a competitive salary & benefits, GA Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is part of a statewide initiative called Total Rewards that seeks to attract and retain employees by supplementing their base pay and benefits with programs designed to improve the quality of their work environment and lead to greater job satisfaction and work/life balance. Eligible employees are offered generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid holidays, vacation and sick leave. For more information, visit https://dbhdd.georgia.gov/benefits

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.

DBHDD is an Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of DBHDD to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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.