Benchmark Human Services
Georgia State Director – Benchmark Human Services
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Georgia State Director
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Benchmark Human Services .
Location & Compensation Atlanta, GA | $60,000.00–$64,000.00 | Full-time | Interviews begin January 2026.
About Benchmark Human Services In 2025, Benchmark Human Services (Benchmark) celebrates 65 Years of Stories! Since 1960, Benchmark has been empowering marginalized populations to see their potential. We are committed to realizing the full potential of EVERYONE – those we serve, our partners and vendors, and our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences of our employees. Benchmark believes we are stronger, better, more effective in our pursuits when we are diverse; when we are equitable; and when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.
Job Responsibilities
Provide supervision of the Crisis Services programs for the agency.
Ensure that Crisis Services’ policies and practices meet current regulatory, agency, and quality expectations.
Serve as the primary liaison with the DBHDD to assure contract compliance and achievement of required contractual outcomes.
Assist in the development of an annual operating budget for Crisis Services within the levels of contractual funding.
Operate the Crisis Services within the established operational budget guidelines.
Provide supervision of Crisis Services staff that deliver program related training.
Develop and/or update crisis-training materials.
Provide instruction and curricula to staff that conduct the trainings.
Provide specialized trainings as requested.
Conduct regular meetings in order to provide updated communications regarding changes to systems, regulations, or strategies.
Collect and analyze data pertaining to the delivery of Crisis Services as called for in the applicable contract(s) or other data Benchmark Human Services desires to collect.
Participate in the Director’s meeting, Management Rally, Group Home Rally, Trend Analysis meeting, and other meetings as assigned.
Establish contacts with community leaders in the crisis field including Doctors, Nurses, Psychiatrists, Behavior Consultants, Mental and Behavioral Health Organizations that could assist with enhancing our knowledge or improving our delivery of Crisis Service.
Qualifications
Master’s degree required in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field
Minimum of 2 years supervising mobile crisis services
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Developmental Disabilities field
Minimum 2 years in a supervisory role in Developmental Disabilities service delivery
Current certification in a crisis de-escalation methodology, i.e., CPI
Meet criteria to maintain professional license (if applicable)
Valid BLS CPR and basic First Aid certification
Must be computer literate
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
Preferred
BCBA, LCSW, LPC or PhD in the state of Georgia
5+ years’ experience working with individuals with IDD and behavioral health diagnoses and are experiencing a crisis.
Proven experience as a senior level clinical supervisor or administrator of a human services agency, either public or private.
2+ years of post‑graduate experience responding to a mental health, substance use, and/or suicide‑related crisis, providing supervision during crisis responses.
Knowledge of and experience accessing community services and resources relevant to social determinants of health
1 year of experience working with and supervising peer specialists in the delivery of mental health and/or substance use treatment services
Benefits
Health, vision and dental insurance
Life Insurance
401k plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Advancement Opportunities
Employee Discounts
Referral Bonuses
and More!
Interested candidates can apply online at BenchmarkHS.com/Careers and interviews will begin in January 2026.
Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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Georgia State Director
role at
Benchmark Human Services .
Location & Compensation Atlanta, GA | $60,000.00–$64,000.00 | Full-time | Interviews begin January 2026.
About Benchmark Human Services In 2025, Benchmark Human Services (Benchmark) celebrates 65 Years of Stories! Since 1960, Benchmark has been empowering marginalized populations to see their potential. We are committed to realizing the full potential of EVERYONE – those we serve, our partners and vendors, and our employees, who bring our mission to life each day. We actively strive to be a workplace that honors the unique experiences of our employees. Benchmark believes we are stronger, better, more effective in our pursuits when we are diverse; when we are equitable; and when we create space for everyone to be their authentic selves.
Job Responsibilities
Provide supervision of the Crisis Services programs for the agency.
Ensure that Crisis Services’ policies and practices meet current regulatory, agency, and quality expectations.
Serve as the primary liaison with the DBHDD to assure contract compliance and achievement of required contractual outcomes.
Assist in the development of an annual operating budget for Crisis Services within the levels of contractual funding.
Operate the Crisis Services within the established operational budget guidelines.
Provide supervision of Crisis Services staff that deliver program related training.
Develop and/or update crisis-training materials.
Provide instruction and curricula to staff that conduct the trainings.
Provide specialized trainings as requested.
Conduct regular meetings in order to provide updated communications regarding changes to systems, regulations, or strategies.
Collect and analyze data pertaining to the delivery of Crisis Services as called for in the applicable contract(s) or other data Benchmark Human Services desires to collect.
Participate in the Director’s meeting, Management Rally, Group Home Rally, Trend Analysis meeting, and other meetings as assigned.
Establish contacts with community leaders in the crisis field including Doctors, Nurses, Psychiatrists, Behavior Consultants, Mental and Behavioral Health Organizations that could assist with enhancing our knowledge or improving our delivery of Crisis Service.
Qualifications
Master’s degree required in psychology, social work, counseling, or related field
Minimum of 2 years supervising mobile crisis services
Minimum of 5 years’ experience in the Developmental Disabilities field
Minimum 2 years in a supervisory role in Developmental Disabilities service delivery
Current certification in a crisis de-escalation methodology, i.e., CPI
Meet criteria to maintain professional license (if applicable)
Valid BLS CPR and basic First Aid certification
Must be computer literate
Valid driver’s license and auto insurance.
Preferred
BCBA, LCSW, LPC or PhD in the state of Georgia
5+ years’ experience working with individuals with IDD and behavioral health diagnoses and are experiencing a crisis.
Proven experience as a senior level clinical supervisor or administrator of a human services agency, either public or private.
2+ years of post‑graduate experience responding to a mental health, substance use, and/or suicide‑related crisis, providing supervision during crisis responses.
Knowledge of and experience accessing community services and resources relevant to social determinants of health
1 year of experience working with and supervising peer specialists in the delivery of mental health and/or substance use treatment services
Benefits
Health, vision and dental insurance
Life Insurance
401k plan with company match
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off and Sick Time Pay
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Advancement Opportunities
Employee Discounts
Referral Bonuses
and More!
Interested candidates can apply online at BenchmarkHS.com/Careers and interviews will begin in January 2026.
Benchmark Human Services is an EOE/AAP Employer. Veterans, women, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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