State of South Carolina
Horry County, South Carolina
Mental Health Professional I (WCMH)
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- Location
- Horry County, South Carolina
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $53,039 - $59,622/yr
- Posted
- 4 days ago
- Apply on
- governmentjobs.com
About this role
About the Department
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 Mental Health Professional I, 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.
SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health -164 Waccamaw Medical Park Dr, Conway, SC 29526.
Working under limited supervision, providing therapeutic services, particularly as a specialist for outpatient services for Waccamaw Center for Mental Health, clinicians will see adult patients. Provide counseling and case management dealing with situations encompassing interpersonal, health and psychosocial factors. Provide all services for all patients at WCMH. Provide after hours emergency services as directed by the clinic director.Responsibilities for the Mental Health Professional I:
- Provide therapy, emergency services and case management services to persons experiencing emotional disturbances, to include assessments, crisis intervention, individual, group and family therapy, patient and family education and home visits as needed.
- Provide counseling services to clients of the WCMH on a full-time basis (37.5 hrs./week).
- Establish and maintain documentation of charts and other records in accordance with State, Federal, local, OMH, WCMH, Quality Assurance, Corporate Compliance and CARF standards.
- Provide a variety of coordination and consultation services with the school, community agencies and OMH staff.
- Create, plan and educate the community through conducting workshops and presentations in regard to mental health issues.
Position Duties
- A master’s degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field.
- (1) One year experience in a clinical counseling program.
- Ability to provide a valid driver's license and a 10-year driving record.
- Ability to hear at normal volumes, stand, walk, reach, pull, stoop, bend.
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and climb 2 flights of stairs.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
- Must be able to meet OMH credentialling requirements.
Other Qualifications
Post hire, employees must:
- Ability to provide thorough knowledge of the range and scope of services provided in a comprehensive mental health program serving adults, children and families and the unique treatment needs of the special population.
- Ability integrate and coordinate services with those of other disciplines and to communicate effectively.
- Must be able to perform case management, interviewing and assessment skills.
- Participate in on-going in-service training and other educational opportunities in order to maintain and/or acquire necessary skills.
- Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, 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)
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 Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities- Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formally 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 QUESTIONS WILL DEEM YOUR APPPLCATION 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. checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement. checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.
03
Do you have a master's degree from an accredited college/university with a degree in counseling, guidance or social science with (1) year experience in a clinical counseling program? Please attach a copy of your unofficial transcript and current resume to determine if you meet the OMH credentialing requirements.
- Yes
- No
04
Please select the courses that you have completed in graduate school.
- Ethics
- Psychopathology
- Psychodiagnostics
- Assessment
- None of the above courses have been completed
05
Have you been denied a professional license, or had a professional license removed or limited by, and/or had any discipline or sanction imposed on you or your practice by a professional licensing board or body?
- Yes
- No
06
If you answered Yes to the question above, please provide a statement explaining the facts, name of the professional licensing board or body, any sanction taken by the board or body and your current status with that board or body.
07
Please indicate your salary requirement (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").
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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