Mental Health Professional I / Mobile Crisis - Lancaster (Catawba)

State of South Carolina; Lancaster (SC); On-site; GBP 41,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

15 days annual leave

15 days sick leave

13 paid holidays

Paid Parental Leave

South Carolina Deferred Compensation

Job summary

The SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities - Office of Mental Health is seeking a Mental Health Professional I / Mobile Crisis to deliver triage, crisis intervention, assessment and therapy for adults, children and adolescents at Catawba clinics. You will work with Mobile Crisis to connect patients to resources and support continuity of care.

Role requires collaboration with clinic teams, ongoing education, and willingness to cover after-hours shifts; licensure within

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences with clinical experience.
• Must be licensed or eligible for full licensure within three years of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide triage, crisis intervention, assessment and therapy services as part of the Lancaster Clinic intake/triage team.
• Provide emergency assessments of clients experiencing crisis.
• Conduct face to face consultations on-site within 60 minutes of call receipt.
• Educate patients on community resources and arrange immediate disposition for transfers and referrals.
• Provide crisis intervention through brief individual/family therapy and develop crisis safety plans where needed.
• Engage in follow-up calls and outreach with community partners to promote Mobile Crisis services.
• Attend weekly clinical treatment team meetings and collaborate with CMHC staff.
• Maintain continuing education and positive professional relationships within CMHC and communities.
• Cover a minimum of 5 after-hours Mobile Crisis shifts per month.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Assessment

Therapy

Case management

Education

Master’s degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences

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 / 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, Catawba Community Mental Health Center (CCMHC), 1906 Hwy 521 By-Pass South, Lancaster, SC 29720.

Under the supervision of the Catawba Clinic Directors and the Catawba Mobile Crisis Supervisor, you will provide triage, crisis intervention, assessment, and therapy services to adult, child, and adolescent patients at Catawba clinics. You will also provide consultation, crisis intervention, and short-term case management services to adult, child and adolescent patients through the Mobile Crisis team.

Responsibilities for the Mental Health Professional I / Mobile Crisis

• Provide triage, crisis intervention, assessment and therapy services as part of the Lancaster Clinic intake/triage team.
• Provide emergency assessments of clients experiencing crisis.
• Conduct face to face consultations as needed, arriving on-site no later than 60 minutes after the receipt of call. Formulate level of care and disposition for Mobile Crisis calls.
• Educate patients on community resources and make arrangements for immediate disposition regarding transfers and referrals.
• Serve as provider of crisis intervention by administering brief individual and or/family therapy to address crisis; identify triggers for crisis behavior to include development of crisis safety plan up to initiating the process of involuntary commitment as needed. Maintain call log for quarterly crisis report.
• Provide follow up calls to individuals served by Mobile Crisis. Engage in outreach contacts with community partners/agencies to increase awareness of Mobile Crisis services available in Chester, Lancaster, and York counties.
• Attend and participate in weekly clinical treatment team meetings and staff patients with CCMHC MD as needed.
• Pursue continuing education and training. Maintain positive professional relationships with CMHC staff and community agencies as well as patients and their families. Work to overcome the stigma of mental illness and mental health services by providing education, training and support services to the community at large.
• Provide coverage for a minimum of 5 afterhours Mobile Crisis shifts per month.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• Master’s degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences and experience in a clinical counseling program.

Additional Requirements

• In order to be credentialed for core services as a Mental Health Professional at the SC Office of Mental Health, applicants must be able to provide evidence of clinical experience providing direct patient care. This experience may be documented as a practicum or internship during graduate program, or post-graduate experience. Please be sure to provide specific clinical activities on your application and / or resume.
• Ability to Lift 5lbs.
• Must be licensed or be eligible for full licensure within three (3) years of hire.
• Position is essential and may be called back for disasters/emergencies.
• Position may require travel between clinics.
• Employee must maintain a valid driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
• Two (2) years of experience in a clinical counseling program.

Post Hire, Employees Must

• Be able to pass CPR and Managing Agitation in the Psychiatric Setting (MAPS) Certification.
• Be able to work a flexible schedule and know this position in considered essential and may be called back during crises / disasters / emergencies.

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.

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.

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.