Mental Health Professional II / Team Lead / ACT Program (Conway - Waccamaw)

State of South Carolina; Conway (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation (15 days)

Job summary

The Office of Mental Health within the South Carolina Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities seeks a Mental Health Professional II/Team Lead for the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) program in Conway, SC. This role provides leadership and direct services to ACT beneficiaries, with adherence to fidelity models and documentation standards.

Qualified candidates hold a master's degree in a relevant field, at least three years working with adults with serious mental

Qualifications

• Master's degree in guidance, counseling or the social sciences or a related field.
• Three years' experience with adults diagnosed with serious and persistent mental illness; two years post-graduate.
• Supervisory experience required in a mental health setting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the administrative operation of the team.
• Provide clinical oversight and ensure ethical practices.
• Deliver direct services to ACT beneficiaries.
• Ensure all services documented per BHDD/QA requirements.
• Provide direct supervision to ACT team members and coordinate meetings.
• Incorporate cultural affairs in EPMS planning for direct reports.

Skills

Clinical supervision

Team leadership

Cultural competence

Clear communication

Education

Master's degree in guidance, counseling or 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 II/Team Lead/ ACT Program 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, Waccamaw Center Mental Health, 164 Waccamaw Medical Park Drive, Conway, SC 29526.

This position MAY be eligible for OMH 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.

As the Mental Health Professional II/Team Lead for the Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Team providing evidence-based services in an intensive non-residential treatment and rehabilitative services in accordance with the fidelity model. This is a single fixed point of responsibility for treatment, rehabilitation and support needs for patient with Serious Mental Illness who required higher levels of community care and have not been well supported in lower-level care options. Position is considered essential and may be called back during crisis/disasters/emergencies.

Responsibilities for the Mental Health Profession II/Team Lead/ACT Program include

• Oversee the administrative operation of the team.
• Provide clinical oversight of services ensuring patients are seen in accordance with their needs and the delivery of best and ethical practices.
• Provide direct services to ACT (Assertive Community Treatment) service beneficiaries.
• Ensure all services are documented in accordance with BHDD/QA requirements.
• Provide direct supervision to ACT team members to include, but not limited to, facilitating clinical supervisor meetings, treatment team meetings, coordination training for team and completing evaluations.
• Maintain a department commitment to cultural affairs and guarantees all direct reports have a cultural affairs component to his or her EPMS (Employee Performance Management System) planning document as a measurable objective.
• Compile with Corporate Compliance Policy and Risk Management Plan and certifies completion of prior authorizations.
• Pursue professional development through collegial consultation, continuing education and licensure.
• Must be able to present clear and comprehensive oral and written reports to co-workers and others.

Minimum And Additional Requirements

• A master's degree in guidance, counseling or the social sciences or a related field, and professional experience in a mental health, human service or social services programs.
• Three (3) years' experience working with adults diagnosed with serious and persistent mental illness and a minimum of two years post graduate experience.
• Supervisory experience is required in a mental health setting.
• Must be a licensed psychologist, LISW-CP, LPC or LMFT with the state of South Carolina.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to meet OMH credentialing requirements which include specific graduate course work including Psychopathology Course, Psychopathology Diagnostic Course, Clinical Assessment – Practice with Family Therapy (DSM) – or any related assessment course and Ethics Course – related to medical profession.
• Must be able to show evidence of clinical experience providing direct patient care. This experience maybe documented as practicum, internship or post-graduate experience.
• Ability to lift up to five (5) pounds, ability to see, hear at a normal volume, stand, walk, bend, stoop and climb at least two (2) flights of stairs.

Preferred Qualifications

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

Post Hire, Employee Must

• Be able to provide 10-year DMV Driving Record.
• Be able to use a state vehicle for work related purposes.
• Have practical therapeutic knowledge of principles, methods, and counseling practices/procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of serious and persistent mental illness.
• Ability to listen, understand and communicate information and ides so that others will understand.
• Knowledge of psychopathology, family dynamics and family/group psychotherapy.
• Must be able to identify and effectively utilize resources available in the community to accomplish objectives.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals, families and representatives of other professional disciplines.
• High degree of working independently and being self-motivated is expected.

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.

Benefits Package for Full Time (FTE) Employees

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.
• 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.