Mental Health Professional I - Assessment / Mobile Crisis (Berkeley)

State of South Carolina

Moncks Corner (SC)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 56,000

Full time

25 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vacation & sick leave

Paid holidays

Parental Leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

State of South Carolina's Office of Mental Health is hiring a Mental Health Professional I - Assessment/Mobile Crisis in Berkeley County, Moncks Corner. You will conduct clinical assessments, provide crisis intervention, and collaborate with the Access Center to coordinate mobile crisis services.

Requires a master's degree with licensure eligibility as an LPC or LISW; bilingual abilities are a plus. This essential role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

Master's degree in guidance, counseling, or social sciences qualifying for LPC/LISW licensure.
Direct patient care experience in a clinical setting preferred.
Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish are a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive mental health assessments to inform service plans.
Coordinate mobile crisis/outreach services and respond to crises promptly.
Prepare and submit clear, timely clinical documentation.
Ensure compliance with center policies, privacy practices, and consent processes.
Support ongoing professional development and training.
Assist with CARF accreditation and quality audits.

Education

Master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences that qualifies for licensure as an LPC or LISW

Job description

Job Responsibilities

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 - Assessment/Mobile Crisis, 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.

As the Mental Health Professional I - Assessment/Mobile Crisis, under limited supervision, will provide mental health assessments, therapeutic interventions, and crisis management services to Center clients.

Responsibilities of the Mental Health Professional I - Assessment/Mobile Crisis

Provide comprehensive mental health assessments for the purpose of initiating a service plan for each client that will include, but is not limited to determining provisional diagnosis, identifying the level of service needs, addressing client needs/goals for treatment planning. Provide evidence based clinical interventions. Provide therapy services as needed. Meet patient care hours standards.
In conjunction with the Access Center and clinical staff, identify persons in need of stabilization and crisis services, coordinate to provide mobile crisis and/or outreach services and interventions to individual and their families. Triage cases and respond to crisis promptly, assist staff members in attending to client needs, participate in clinical staffing. Provide advanced level crisis management services in accordance with Center policies and procedures. Provide services with a client-centered approach to care and adheres to mobile crisis standards.
Complete and submit clinical documentation that is clear, concise, focus on client driven care, and meet required timelines and services elements. Complete documentation and services in accordance with QA/QI standards, policies and procedures. Demonstrate the use of Collaborative Documentation.
Adhere to laws, policies, procedures of the Center, OMH, and the State, including Corporate Compliance policies, procedures and regulations. Ensure required documentation is completed in a timely manner include signatures for Consent to Treatment, Confidentiality and Privacy Practices notices, and other required forms, meeting quality standards.
Help ensure the Center maintains CARF accreditation standards and positive quality audits.
Participate in activities promoting ongoing professional development and training.

This position MAY be eligible for SCOMH Student Loan Repayment to cover some of the cost of your outstanding loan(s) balance associated with the completion of a healthcare degree that is relevant to the appliable position.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

A master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences that qualifies for licensure as an LPC or LISW.

Additional Requirements

In order to be credentialed for core services as a Mental Health Professional at the SC Office of Mental Health, applicants must provide evidence of clinical experience Rroviding direct Ratient care. This experience may be documented as a practicum or internship during graduate program, or post-graduate clinical experience. Please be sure to provide specific clinical activities on your application and/or resume.

Preferred Qualifications

Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a PLUS.

Post Hire, Employees Must Have

Knowledge about the impact of mental illness and knowledge about the etiology and treatment of behavioral and emotional disorders is preferable.
A high level of attention to detail and task completion as well as dependability.
Familiarity with relevant systems of care and agency characteristics.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with individuals, families, and other professionals.

This position is considered essential and may be called back during crisis/disasters/emergencies. You may also work after hours and be on call.

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 *

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.

60006584, 60022646, 60005361

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.

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)?

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.

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03. Did you graduate with at least a master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences that qualifies for licensure as an LPC or LISW?

04. Do you have direct patient care experience in a clinical setting, either post-Masters or during your graduate program (i.e., internship or practicum)? If so, please be sure that it is listed in your application and/or resume.

05. 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?

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 action taken by the board or body and your current status with that board or body.
07. Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").