Positive Growth Inc. will team up with Brown’s Mill Golf course the weekend of October 14th and host the first annual “Brown’s Mill & Boy’s Home Tee Up! Golf Classic” For more information on sponsorship opportunities please contact: 404-298-9005

This initiative marks the first collaboration with the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Melonie Hill, Community Affairs Chairwoman states “We are excited about the opportunity and truly making a difference in the population we serve.”

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Location:  Clarkston/Counseling Center

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This position will provide a community-based services working with children, adolescents, and their families.  Responsibilities include providing assessment, evaluation, individual, group, and family therapy, and coordination with schools, DFACS and courts.  Experience working with youth and their families, and the children’s system of care is required. The ideal candidate will have good interpersonal skills, a sense of humor, and be a team player. Other requirements include a valid GA driver’s license, personal vehicle, and auto insurance. A criminal and motor vehicle record release will be required upon hire. The mental health candidates must have at least a master’s degree in counseling, psychology, social work or related human services field from an accredited college or university and be licensed as a LPC, LAPC, LMSW, LMFT, LCSW in the state of Georgia. Experience in assessments, diagnosis treatment, intake, addiction or managed care with excellent documentation skills is a plus. Two years of experience a must.

The DUI program also known as Risk Reduction Program (RRP) is an educational program mandated by Georgia law for people convicted of Driving Under the Influence (DUI), possession of illegal drugs, underage possession of alcohol while operating a motor vehicle, Boating Under the Influence (BUI) or various other offenses.

This course is composed of two components: The Assessment Component and the 20-hour classroom program

Assessment

An assessment is required prior to beginning the 20 hour class; all students must come in and complete a NEEDS assessment survey. This is a 130 question survey addressing different lifestyle issues. The assessment takes about 30-40 minutes.  The NEEDS assessment should not be confused with the DUI clinical evaluation.

DUI/RRP Classes Fees

Total cost for the complete DUI /Risk Reduction Program: $292.00 This cost is set by Georgia Law (Cost includes: 20 hrs course $190; assessments $82; required book $20).

DUI/Risk Reduction Class Schedule

The hours and Days for all classes are:

Friday         5:00pm to 9:00 pm
Saturday    9:00am to 6:00 pm (1 hour lunch 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm)
Sunday       9:00am to 6:00 pm (1 hour lunch 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm)

**No late admission to class**

Upon completion of this class, each student will be issued a State of Georgia: “Certificate of Completion”.

You must complete all paperwork prior to the day that the class begins. All fees must be paid in full to guarantee you a seat in the class. Class and/or assessment fees are non refundable

You should bring Pen/Paper and Driver License to your first class.

For information and appointments call:  404-298-9005 or 404-549-1313

Payment method:  (cash, money order & credit cards accepted – no checks)

Family and Children Services Referral Form

Child and Adolescent Client Information Form

Adult Services Referral Forms

Adult Client Information Form

Clinical DUI and Substance Abuse Evaluation Intake Forms

Family Violence Intervention Program Intake Forms

Mandated Court Services Intake Form

Residential Care

Residential Admission Application

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Board of Directors Application

Volunteer Application

Internship Application

PGCC offer Anger Management Classes are designed for individuals who need to take court ordered courses for court ordered requirements, or at the request of their employer, or for personal reasons. PGCC provides a quality comprehensive program for individuals struggling with anger management an opportunity to gain insight into their difficulties while learning skills to appropriately deal with anger. The program encourages individuals who participate to accept responsibility for their actions and avoid harmful behaviors in the future.

Program Basics

• Client Assessment;
• 6-12-16 -week group therapy sessions; Individual therapy available based on assessment
• Youth and adults exhibiting aggressive behaviors (physical and/or aggressive); and
• Services individuals ages 8 and above

Group Therapy

Participants referred to the program attend an 6-12-16 week counseling program consisting of group sessions which meet for one hour each week, and are conducted by a professional certified anger management specialist from PG1 Counseling Center. Discussions are designed to assist participants in understanding and taking responsibility for their personal struggles with anger management. Through the sessions; participants work to identify their anger triggers and rehearse appropriate responses to anger. Forgiveness, domestic violence, and relapse prevention are also discussed, among other topics.

Who is eligible for the Anger Management Program?

The program is open to adults and youth from 8 to 17 years of age. Youth are referred to the Anger Management Group as the result of incidents related to anger management; such as harassment, assault, trespassing and destruction of property, violence, aggression, etc.

This Anger Management model of intervention is used and accepted in courts, probation departments, hospitals, mental health facilities, schools, substance abuse facilities, major corporations, governmental agencies and private practices.

Class Schedules and Fees

Anger Management Groups are facilitated by a Certified Anger Management facilitator. Costs: $25 per class session. The intake/ registration fee is $50.

Times: Classes are offered in the evening for your convenience.  Morning sessions are available by appointments only.

Tuesdays:  5:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Saturdays:  10:30 am – 11:30 am

For information and appointments call:  404-298-9005 or 404-549-1313

Payment method:  (cash, money order & credit cards accepted – no checks)