Mental Health Professional I / ACT Program (Camden-Santee-Wateree) Part Time
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- Location
- Kershaw County, South Carolina
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $25,519 - $38,500/yr
- Posted
- yesterday
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About this role
About the Department
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Mental Health Professional I, part-time, 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 housed at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (BHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Santee-Wateree Center for Mental Health, 2611 Liberty Hill Road, Camden, SC 29020.
Responsibilities for the Mental Health Professional:
- Provide direct services to ACT patients guiding them in the development of skills/strategics towards achieving and maintaining good mental health and facilitating training of independent living skills.
- Utilize assertive engagement to engage beneficiaries in service. Assist patients with access to community services, resources and agencies and establish support networks in the community.
- Utilize the patient's natural support. Complete screenings and assessments for referrals and assist with development and revisions of instructional continuity plans (ICP).
- Provide family psychoeducation and works with beneficiary's natural supports. Lead the person-centered planning process for patients of the ACT program.
- Participate in clinical supervision, treatment team meetings, pursue professional development, and demonstrate effective use of social and interpersonal knowledge and skills and demonstrate an understanding and appreciation of individual and group differences and similarities.
- Complete documentation according to QA/SCOMH standards, Complies with Corporate Compliance Policy and Risk Management Plan, and Ensures timely completion of prior authorizations.
- Adherence to CARF standards, and SCOMH and Center policies and Procedures.
Position Duties
- Licensed as an LMSW, LMFT, or LPC in the state of S.C.
- A master’s degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences or related field.
- One (1) year of experience working with adults with Serious Mental Illness.
Additional Requirements:
- Ability to lift 5lbs and operate a state vehicle.
- Ability to complete MAPs training.
- Requires flexible schedule.
- Ability to travel throughout the Santee-Wateree catchment area as directed.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
- Experience working with adults with Serious Mental Illness.
- Practical therapeutic knowledge of principles, methods and counseling practices and procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of behavioral and mental disorders.
Other Qualifications
Post hire, employees must:
- Complete MAPs training.
- Complete documentation according to QA/SCOMH standards.
- Comply with Corporate Compliance Policy and Risk Management Plan.
- Adhere to CARF standards, and SCOMH and Center policies and Procedures.
- Travel throughout the Santee-Wateree catchment area as directed.
***Position will be part of the Assertive Community Treatment Team.
***Requires flexible schedule.
The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions including, but not limited, to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
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 Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities offers an exceptional benefits package for full-time (FTE) employees:
- Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouses, and children. Click here for additional information.
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available (S.C. Deferred Compensation)
- Retirement benefit choices *
- State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
- State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)
*Enrollment in one of the listed plans is required for all FTE employees; please refer to the contribution section of hyperlinked retirement sites for the current contribution rate of gross pay.
Benefits
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.
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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