Mental Health Professional I/School Based (Charleston)

State of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Long-term disability

Paid vacation and sick leave

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Retirement benefits

Job summary

State of South Carolina's Office of Mental Health seeks a Mental Health Professional I to provide counseling and case management for child and adolescent clients and their families. The role includes family therapy, documentation, and collaboration within the Charleston Dorchester Mental Health Center.

The position requires a master’s degree in a related field, a valid SC driver’s license, and willingness to travel for training.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field.
• Ability to bend, stoop, drive between locations and travel for training.
• Follow BHDD policies and procedures and maintain required licenses.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health counseling and case management for child and adolescent patients and families.
• Provide Family Therapy.
• Documentation reflecting quality care and meeting productivity expectations.
• Collaborate with Center and community teams.
• Maintain competency in evidence-based practices (EBPs).
• Ensure timely response to requests for services.

Skills

Counseling

Family therapy

Communication

Teamwork

Psychopathology

Education

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

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 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, Charleston Dorchester Mental Health, Charleston Clinic, 2100 Charlie Hall Blvd., Charleston, SC 29414.

Under limited supervision, will provide mental health counseling and case management services to child & adolescent patients and their families open to the Charleston Dorchester Mental Health Center. Position is part of the school mental health team in Charleston. Services to be primarily provided in schools but also will be provided in the clinics and community settings.

Responsibilities For The Mental Health Therapist I

• Provide quality person-centered care as demonstrated by the use of evidence-based clinical intervention.
• Provide all forms of direct services as credentialed by the Center in an efficient manner as evidenced by meeting the established productivity expectation.
• Provide Family Therapy.
• Documentation is reflective of the quality care expected of this position.
• Demonstrate recognition of importance of collaboration and teamwork within the Center and the community.
• Maintain competency in EBPs.
• Ensure patient functionality is measured according to established standards.
• Retain overall responsibility for meeting Quality Assurance standards.
• Ensure timely response to request for services.
• Comply with all BHDD/CDMHC, policies and protocols, applicable QI, Corporate Compliance, Cultural Competency and CARF policies and procedures and Federal and State rules and regulations and attend all trainings classified mandatory by Federal and State Regulations and center policy.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• A master’s degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to bend, stoop, drive from location to location, lift and file.
• Require a valid SC driver's license and may require some travel for training.
• Follow all established s (BHDDOMH) Behavior Health and Developmental Disabilities policies and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• Working knowledge of mental health legal principles and practices; of methods, principles and practices of clinical counseling and educational services.
• Considerable knowledge of psychopathology and patient management in a psychiatric setting.
• Working knowledge of basic health and welfare services provided by other agencies.
• Ability to effectively plan, coordinate, and manage complex treatment.
• Ability to conduct detailed investigations, draw conclusions and recommend required actions.

Additional Comments

Post Hire, The Employee Must Have

• Knowledge of counseling practices, including knowledge of psychopathology, diagnosing, and treatment of behavioral health disorders including mental illness.
• Ability to listen and understand and effectively communicate information and ideas.
• Some knowledge of psychopathology and patient management within the psychiatric setting.
• Ability to effectively communicate and establish and maintain effective relationships with patients, families, other professionals, and community partners.
• Some knowledge of basic health and welfare services provided by other public and private agencies. Ability to utilize electronic health record.

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.

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.