Hillside, Inc.

Hillside, Inc. Hillside's 13-acre campus is located in the Morningside neighborhood near Midtown Atlanta.

Founded in 1888, Hillside is one of Atlanta's oldest non-profit organizations, providing a continuum of mental health treatment services for young people with emotional, psychological, and behavioral challenges. Nestled on a property between Monroe Drive and Amsterdam Avenue, Hillside offers the serenity of a beautifully landscaped environment and the convenience of an in-town location. Our reside

ntial campus includes: 7 cottages, 24-hour Nursing Clinic, Hillside Conant School, Gymnasium, Pool, 2 Outdoor Sports Courts, Garden, and Greenhouse.

Join Hillside's Recreation Therapy Team! We are hiring a Recreation Therapist to help create meaningful, therapeutic exp...
07/29/2026

Join Hillside's Recreation Therapy Team! We are hiring a Recreation Therapist to help create meaningful, therapeutic experiences for the clients we serve.

This role supports clients through engaging, goal-driven groups focused on physical fitness, art, leisure education, social and life skills, DBT skills, and social-emotional learning. It’s a strong fit for someone who is creative, clinically grounded, and passionate about helping teens build confidence, connection, and real-world coping skills.

Qualified candidates will have a BS in Therapeutic Recreation, be credentialed as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), and either hold or be able to obtain lifeguard certification. One to three years of experience in a similar setting is preferred, though internship experience is considered.

If you’re looking for a role that is hands-on, relational, and deeply impactful, learn more and apply here: https://buff.ly/Zzp4Pzb

07/29/2026

Mental health treatment works best when the important adults in a young person’s life are moving in the same direction. That does not mean everyone always agrees. It means communication, shared understanding, and coordinated support become part of the process.

At Hillside, collaboration may include caregivers, schools, outside providers, and treatment teams, depending on the level of care. The goal is to reduce fragmentation and create consistency around expectations, safety, and skill use.

Collaboration is not about creating more meetings or more opinions. It is about helping clients receive clearer messages and stronger support across the places where they spend their time. Learn more at Hside.org 💙

07/28/2026

Afterschool enrichment isn’t extra, it’s essential.

For many of Hillside’s kids, therapeutic enrichment programs offer moments of joy and connection. Your $250 donation funds supplies for creative, engaging activities that help children build emotional regulation, social skills, and a sense of belonging.

Give a child an opportunity to experience something new. Donate to Hillside's Back to School Campaign here: https://buff.ly/IzSyrxA 💙

07/27/2026

Transitions can make progress feel inconsistent, even when treatment is working. A change in schedule, school expectations, peer dynamics, or daily structure can temporarily increase stress and emotional intensity. That does not necessarily mean something is going wrong.

Families often notice shifts in behavior during transition periods and wonder whether old patterns are returning. In many cases, clients are adjusting to increased demands while continuing to practice newer skills. Temporary setbacks do not erase progress.

One helpful question can be: how is this challenge being handled differently than before? Sometimes growth shows up not through fewer emotions, but through faster recovery, stronger communication, and increased willingness to accept support. Learn more at Hside.org 💙

07/24/2026

The Experience DBT Day Program provides an intensive and structured therapeutic environment while allowing clients to continue living at home with their families. Programming combines individual therapy, group skills training, family sessions, and experiential opportunities grounded in Dialectical Behavior Therapy.

This level of care is designed for young people who need more support than traditional outpatient treatment can provide but who do not require residential care. The schedule creates repeated opportunities to learn, practice, and apply skills throughout the week while remaining connected to home and family life.

Families sometimes assume day treatment is simply more therapy hours. In practice, the experience is more immersive and skill-focused. The goal is to help clients build stability, strengthen regulation, and develop tools that can be applied in everyday life. Learn more at Hside.org 💙

The FIFA World Cup has officially wrapped!Over the past few weeks, clients, staff, and volunteers came together to cheer...
07/23/2026

The FIFA World Cup has officially wrapped!

Over the past few weeks, clients, staff, and volunteers came together to cheer on their favorite teams, wear their colors, and celebrate the spirit of the game. From watch parties to a little healthy competition, soccer gave us another opportunity to connect and have fun together.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this year's World Cup celebrations a memorable one for Hillside! ⚽️

07/22/2026

One of the most common questions families ask is, “How long will this take?” It is an understandable question, especially when a child is struggling and everyone wants relief as quickly as possible. But mental health treatment rarely follows a straight line.

Progress often starts with changes that are easy to overlook. A child may recover more quickly after becoming upset. A family may have a difficult conversation without it escalating. A caregiver may feel more confident responding to stress. These moments can feel small, and they are often signs that important work is happening.

Mental health care is not about eliminating every hard day. It is about building skills, strengthening relationships, increasing safety, and creating patterns that support long-term wellbeing. Growth takes practice, repetition, and time.

At Hillside, we help clients and families focus not only on where they want to be, but on recognizing the progress that is already happening along the way. Learn more at Hside.org 💙

07/21/2026

It's Back-to-School season! A $100 gift can provide a full set of school supplies for one child in Hillside’s care.

That means notebooks, pens, folders, and the confidence that comes with being prepared. For the children and teens we serve, this support is more than practical; it’s personal. It says, "You matter. We see you. And we believe in you."

Donate today 💙 https://buff.ly/IzSyrxA

07/20/2026

Mental health treatment is about more than reducing symptoms in the moment. An important goal is helping clients develop practical skills they can continue using long after treatment ends.

At Hillside, skills such as emotional regulation, mindfulness, distress tolerance, communication, and problem-solving are taught and practiced repeatedly across settings. Clients are supported in applying those skills during real experiences rather than only discussing them in sessions.

The long-term goal is not to create dependence on treatment. The goal is to help young people and families leave with stronger tools, greater confidence, and a clearer path forward. Learn more at Hside.org 💙

07/17/2026

Ninety-six percent of clients in Hillside's outpatient levels of care avoided hospitalization during treatment. Outcomes like this do not tell the entire story, but they can provide insight into stability, support, and the impact of structured intervention.

Avoiding hospitalization does not mean challenges disappear. It may reflect increased access to skills, earlier intervention, stronger support systems, and the ability to manage difficult moments while remaining connected to treatment.

Statistics are most meaningful when paired with context. Outcomes help demonstrate how treatment can support clients and families in maintaining safety while continuing to build long-term capacity. Learn more at Hside.org 💙

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690 Courtenay Drive NE
Atlanta, GA
30306

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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+14048754551

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