State of South Carolina, SC
Berkeley County, South Carolina
Client Advocate Assistant/Peer Support Specialist - Outpatient Services (Berkeley)
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- Location
- Berkeley County, South Carolina
- Compensation
- $36,046 - $46,821/yr
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About this role
About the Department
**THIS IS A TEMPORARY PART-TIME POSITION**
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Client Advocate Assistant/Peer Support Specialist who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply.
This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Berkeley Community Mental Health Center, 403 Stoney Landing Road, Moncks Corner, SC 29461.
Under the supervision of a mental health professional, you will assist patients and their families in recovery from mental illness through provision of direct services, advocacy, education and support. The employees will also serve as the Center's Patient Affairs Coordinators.
Responsibilities for the Client Advocate Assistant/Peer Support Specialist:
- Assist patients in identification and achievement of goals. Provide peer support services in an ethical, effective, and efficient manner directly to patients including providing potential individual and group sessions. Meet patient care hours standards.
- Promote recovery culture with patients, families, professionals and the community. Provide education and awareness activities and share personal recovery story with the center, patients, and the community. Promote and support patient involvement in patient advisory boards, SHARE, NAMI and Center recovery and anti-stigma activities. Participate in treatment teams and provide services to help patients meet their goals.
- Work with programs such as housing and individual placement, support employment services, and help coordinate access to additional community
resources for patients as needed. - Responsible for Patient Advisory Board and promoting patient involvement and input regarding center operations. Take an active role in collecting surveys and
sharing patient feedback. - Complete documentation of clinical services in accordance with QA QI standards, policies and procedures, OMH and corporate compliance policies, and all other procedures and regulations. Meet documentation standards.
- Complete and comply with training requirements set forth by the Center, OMH, and any other trainings required including those to become a certified peer
support specialist. Will maintain certification.
Position Duties
- A high school diploma and relevant human services or social services experience.
- Must have obtained special certification (i.e. Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) or National Certified Peer Support Specialist (NCPS) Certification.
- Must be willing to complete job duties in client's homes, community settings, as well as office settings.
- This job is considered essential and may be called back in times of emergency, disasters, or inclement weather.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Other Qualifications
Post hire, employee must:
- Complete and pass OMH certification training and continuing education programs sponsored by OMH Office of Consumer Affairs, along with training required by local mental health center provider site.
- Understand this is a Temporary Part-Time position.
- Be willing to work 20 hours a week.
Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from employment. Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
The South Carolina Office of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
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Benefits
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
Supplemental Questions
01
Have you ever been employed by the SC Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities - Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly SC Department of Mental Health)?
- Yes
- No
02
If you have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony criminal offense (other than in a Juvenile Court), you MUST list this information (unless you have taken steps to expunge your record.) This includes fraudulent checks, driving under suspension, disorderly conduct, shoplifting, etc. *Please note that conviction of a criminal offense does not bar you from employment in all cases; each conviction is evaluated individually. However, failure to list convictions is considered falsification of the application and WILL BE grounds for termination, if hired. It is your responsibility to know what is on your criminal record. If you have charges on your record that appear without a court disposition (result) you may be asked to provide that information if selected for employment. If you have questions, please inquire before you complete your application.
PLEASE NOTE THAT NOT ANSWERING THIS QUESTION WILL DEEM YOUR APPLICATION AS INCOMPLETE AND IT WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below.
- Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.
03
Do you have a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS) or National Certified Peer Specialist (NCPS) Certification?
- Yes
- No
04
If you answered "Yes" to the question above, will you be able to provide your certification at the time of employment?
- Yes
- No
05
This role requires the sharing of personal experiences with recovery from mental health or substance use challenges. Is this something you are able to do?
- Yes
- No
06
Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").
07
Do you understand this is a Temporary, Part-Time Position working 20 hours per week?
- Yes
- No
Required Question
Agency Information
EmployerState of South CarolinaAgency Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities Address 400 Otarre ParkwayCayce, South Carolina, 29033 PhoneOIDD - (803)898-9600
OMH - (803) 898-8600
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