From 2 postings and the employer’s site · Employer research Jun 30, 2026Sources
The short version
Claratel Behavioral Health (formerly known as DeKalb Community Service Board) is an innovative, community-based, public not-for-profit behavioral health and developmental disabilities services organization based in Decatur, Georgia.
Employer research, Jun 30, 2026
Nursing here
Benefits
Claratel offers competitive pay, a generous paid time off plan, and 10 paid holidays. Health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage are provided through the state health and flexible benefit programs. The organization provides a fully employer-funded retirement plan with the option for personal retirement contributions. Some positions also offer loan repayment options. Benefits are designed to support physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
The hard parts
Indeed reviewers rated work-life balance, pay, management, and culture at 1.0 out of 5 stars
Employer research, Jun 30, 2026
Glassdoor reviews cite being 'overworked and underpaid'
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Small sample of available reviews shows overall dissatisfaction across multiple categories
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Low overall rating of 2.7 on Indeed suggests systemic workplace concerns
Employer research, Jun 30, 2026
What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What does a usual day’s workload look like?
- Where would I work, and on which unit or team?
Living in Decatur, GA
Just minutes from Emory and the Clifton corridor, Decatur delivers a walkable, independent sanctuary inside Atlanta’s perimeter. Settle into historic bungalows across Oakhurst or Winnona Park, then spend off-shift evenings gathering on Decatur Square over Kimball House oysters, Chai Pani street snacks, or intimate acoustic sets at legendary Eddie’s Attic.
Browse roles in Decatur- State price level · Georgia
- 4% below the national average
- State index 96.3 (100 = national)
- Median gross rent
- $1,655/mo
- rent and tenant-paid utilities
- Median household income
- $139,397/yr
- all local households, not nurse pay
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities · Census ACS 2024
Common questions
Which shifts are open?
Of the 2 roles with a stated shift, 1 is a day shift and 1 is a rotating shift.
How do I apply?
Choose a role and press Apply. Your application comes to our team, we send it to Claratel Behavioral Health, and we tell you what happens next.
Roles from Claratel Behavioral Health
- RN
- Rotating shift
Sources
- claratel.org
Employer website
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