Richland County, South Carolina
Mental Health Professional II/Adult Clinical Treatment Services (BPH Adult Civil)
Job details
- Location
- Richland County, South Carolina
- Work type
- Onsite
- Compensation
- $63,655 - $71,989/yr
- Posted
- 1 week 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 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 II 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 (OMH), G. Werber Bryan Psychiatric Hospital, 220 Faison Drive, Columbia, SC 29203.As the Mental Health Professional II, working under general supervision of the Program Manager I, you will provide psychological services (both diagnostic and treatment related) to adult psychiatric impatient population.
Responsibilities for the Mental Health Professional II:
- Provide active treatment by conducting therapeutic groups to assigned patients.
- Conduct individual therapy for referred patients; provides consultation to the treatment team regarding patient progress and ongoing needs.
- Complete discipline specific admission and annual assessments; consults with treatment team regarding treatment needs.
- Create individualized Positive Behavioral Support Plans (PRSPs) in conjunction with treatment team and provide ongoing support.
- Monitor individual practices to ensure auditing standards are met.
- Provide weekend, holiday, evening and hazardous weather coverage as needed/assigned.
- Attend staff meetings and serve on committee as assigned.
- Complete all required trainings (SC Enterprise Information System (SCEIS)-during birth month); to include Annual CPR Certification skills; MAPS/MANDT training.
- Maintain all licensure requirements if applicable.
Position Duties
- A master’s degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field and professional experience in a mental health, human service or social service program.
- Ability to work weekends if needed and during hazardous weather.
- Must be able to bend, squat, pull push wheelchairs and lift up to fifty (50 pounds.
- Ability to move freely between patient units as necessary, computer knowledge and skills sufficient to fulfill job duties efficiently.
- Ability to work with diverse population across the lifespan; familiar with stages of development.
- Ability to function independently at a high level and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Minimum Qualifications
- A master's degree in a clinical field such as Clinical or Counseling Psychology, Counseling, Mental Health Counseling and/or Social Work and possession of a license in South Carolina as a Professional Counselor (LPC/LPCA) or licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW).
- Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
Other Qualifications
Post hire, employees must:
- Have knowledge of psychopathology, assessment and individual/group therapy.
- Ability to relate well to acute and chronic mentally ill patients in a hospital setting, as well as work collaboratively with members of other professional disciplines.
- Certification in evidence-based modalities such as EMDR, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, substance abuse specific treatment, etc.
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, 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 *
*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.
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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
Please check the box(es) if you have ever been employed by the following Offices of SC Dept. of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities.
- Office of Mental Health (OMH) (formerly SC Department of Mental Health)
- Office of Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (OIDD) (formerly SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs)
- Office of Substance Use Services (OSUS) (formerly SC Department of Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Services)
- Does Not Apply
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 master’s degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field and professional experience in a mental health, human service or social service program?
- Yes
- No
04
Do you have a master's degree from an accredited college/university in a clinical field such as Clinical or Counseling Psychology, Counseling, Mental Health Counseling?
- Yes
- No
05
Do you possess a current license in South Carolina as a Professional Counselor (LPC/LPCA) or licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)?
- Yes
- No
06
Have you ever worked in an inpatient setting?
- Yes
- No
07
If you answered Yes to the previous question, please indicate where and when you worked in an inpatient setting.
08
How many years of experience do you have working in a hospital or inpatient care setting?
09
How many years of experience do you have working with patients with serious and persistent mental illness?
10
Have you been denied a professional license, or had a professional license revoked 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
11
If you answered Yes to the question above, please provide a statement explaining the facts, name of the professional licensing board or body, any action taken by the board or body and your current status with that board or body.
12
Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific.
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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