Mental Health Professional I/School-Based (Charleston)

State of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid leave and holidays

Job summary

The Office of Mental Health within the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities seeks a Mental Health Professional I to support school-based counseling and case management for children and adolescents in Charleston. You will work with families to promote long-term wellness and collaborate across clinics and schools.

The role emphasizes evidence-based practices, thorough documentation, and adherence to state policies while engaging in community partnerships to improve

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Valid SC driver’s license and may require travel for training.
• Knowledge of Mental Health laws and evidence-based clinical counseling methods.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health counseling and case management for children/adolescents and families.
• Provide family therapy.
• Deliver direct services as credentialed, maintaining productivity standards.
• Document care to reflect quality service.
• Maintain responsibility for meeting QA standards.

Skills

Counseling

Case management

Documentation

Bilingual English/Spanish

Collaboration

Education

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

Doctorate degree in psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family counseling or related discipline

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 Center, 2100 Charlie Hall Blvd, Charleston, SC 29414.

Under limited supervision, will provide mental health counseling and case management services to child and 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 Professional I

• Provide quality person-centered care as demonstrated by the use of evidence-based clinical interventions.
• Provide Family Therapy.
• Provide all form of direct services as credentialed by the Center in an efficient manner as evidenced by meeting the established productivity exception.
• Documentation is reflective of the quality care expected of this position.
• Retain overall responsibility for meeting Quality Assurance standards.
• Ensure timely response to requests for services.
• Attend all trainings classified mandatory in Federal and State regulations and center policy.
• Comply with all OMH/CDMHC/BHDD policies and protocols, and all applicable Quality assurance, corporate compliance and cultural competence, and CARF policies, procedures and regulations and all Federal and State law.
• Demonstrate recognition of importance of collaboration and teamwork within the Center and the community.
• Ensure patient functionality is measured according to established standards.

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

• Doctorate degree from an accredited program, university, or college in psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family counseling or other behavior discipline deemed equivalent by (BHDDOMH)Behavior Health and Developmental Disabilities Office of Mental Health.
• Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Comments

Post Hire, Employees Must

• Have knowledge of Mental Health legal principles and practices of methods, principles and practices of clinical counseling and psychopathy and patient management in a psychiatric setting.
• Have knowledge of basic health and welfare services provided by other agencies.
• Ability to plan, coordinate and manage complex treatment.
• Ability to exercise discretion in interpreting and apply establish objectives.
• Ability to conduct detailed assessments, draw conclusions and recommend required actions.

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.