Advanced Practice Registered Nurse

Posted Sunday, January 18, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Claratel Behavioral Health is an innovative, community-based behavioral health and developmental disabilities services organization offering a full range of mental health, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorder services to underserved individuals. As a public, not-for-profit organization, Claratel Behavioral Health operates in more than 20 locations in DeKalb County, Georgia, with a diverse workforce of more than 400 direct‑care and support staff.

Adult Advanced Practice Registered Nurse – Outpatient (Part‑Time, on‑site opportunity in an outpatient behavioral health clinic).

The selected APRN will join an excellent team of clinical and medical staff. As an important member of this multidisciplinary team, the APRN will complete psychiatric diagnostic assessments and follow‑ups, make treatment recommendations within an evidence‑based framework, demonstrate strong clinical judgment in assessment, application of diagnostic criteria, clinical formulations, and sound triage decisions, provide consultation regarding client care to clinical staff, and actively contribute to the treatment center and organization through ongoing collaborative efforts.

This position serves adults only.

• Competitive salary in the community behavioral health sector
• National Health Service Corps and Public Service Loan Repayment eligible sites
• J‑1 and H‑1 Visa Welcome
• Electronic Medical Records with e‑prescribing
• 1‑hour initial evaluations / 30‑minute follow‑ups
• No on‑call or after‑hours

Works indoors in a clinic and is able to use an Electronic Health Record and e‑prescribing as well as a telehealth application (as allowed by regulations). Sessions may be in person or via telehealth (audio/visual) as appropriate for each client. May be required to physically assist clients, may need to carry objects up to 10 pounds.

• High ethical standards demonstrated in all aspects of medical practice
• Ability to work as part of clinical and medical teams that promote learning, excellence, and optimal outcomes for clients
• Critical thinking, exemplary interpersonal skills, and a consistent, contributing demeanor
• Computer skills with ability to use an electronic health record and other applications efficiently
• Ability to work from a person‑centered, recovery‑oriented, and trauma‑informed philosophy in client care

Pre‑employment drug screening may be required. Selected applicant will be subject to an FBI Criminal History Record Check, and the applicant has the right to challenge the contents of their Criminal History Record Information, should they choose to do so. This employer participates in E‑Verify.

Pre‑employment drug screening and successful completion of a criminal history background check is required.

Claratel Behavioral Health participates in E‑Verify (Company ).