Mental Health Professional / MDFT (Aiken)

State of South Carolina

Aiken (SC)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 64,000

Full time

9 days ago

Application generator

Get a reply from this employer — a resume and cover letter tailored to exactly what they’re hiring for.

Get past ATS filters

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Paid leave (vacation, sick, holidays)

Parental leave

Retirement program options

Job summary

State of South Carolina, Office of Mental Health, is seeking a Mental Health Professional I / MDFT in Aiken to provide intensive family services using Multidimensional Family Therapy in home and community settings. You will document care per QA/OMH standards and participate in supervision and care planning.

The role requires a Master's degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences, and SC licensure or licensure eligibility within 6 months.

Qualifications

Master's degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences or related field.
Licensed or license-eligible by the state of SC within 6 months of employment.
Ability to provide direct patient care and documentation in compliance with QA/OMH standards.

Responsibilities

Provide intensive family services using Multidimensional Family Therapy in home/community settings.
Deliver direct patient care and family therapy aligned with patient needs.
Complete clinical documentation per QA/OMH standards and track patient outcomes.
Measure patient functionality using the DLA-20.
Participate in supervision, team meetings, and professional development.

Skills

MDFT therapy

Family therapy

Clinical documentation

CPR/MAPS certification

Bilingual English/Spanish a plus

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 / MDFT (Aiken) 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, Aiken-Barnwell Mental Health Center, 1135 Gregg Highway, Aiken, SC 29801.

As a Mental Health Professional I / MDFT (Aiken) you will provide intensive family services, in the home/community setting using evidence-based services (safe, effective, and measurable) to promote and support the recovery of persons with mental illness.

Responsibilities for the Mental Health Professional I / MDFT (Aiken)

Utilize Multidimensional Family Therapy to provide direct care to patients and families.
Ensure patients are seen in accordance with their needs, provides family therapy.
Complete clinical documentation using collaborative documentation and completes documentation according to QA/OMH standards.
Ensure patient functionality is measured by the DLA-20.
Participate in clinical supervision, treatment team meetings, pursues professional development, and demonstrates effective use of social Interpersonal knowledge and skills.
Review caseload weekly for timely discharge, engagement, transition, and follow-up.
Comply with Corporate Compliance Policy and Risk Management Plan and Ensures timely completion of prior authorizations.

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 Masters’ degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences or a related field.
Must qualify for credentialing and privileging as a mental health professional and in accordance with quality assurance standards and with concurrence by Office of Mental Health Quality Management.
Candidate must be licensed; or license eligible by the state of South Carolina and willing to pursue license in the first 6 months of employment.

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 providing direct patient 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.
Ability to lift 5 pounds and operate a state vehicle.

Preferred Qualifications

One (1) year of post-graduate experience providing counseling/treatment.
Licensed or working to obtain licensure in SC within six (6) months.
Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.

Additional Comments

Post Hire, Employees Must

Have practical therapeutic knowledge of principles, methods, and counseling practices and procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of behavioral and mental disorders.
Ability to listen and understand and communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.
Knowledge of psychopathology, family dynamics, family and group psychotherapy.
Ability to identify and effectively utilize resources available in the community to accomplish objectives.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals, families and representatives of other professional disciplines.
Ability to present clear and comprehensive oral and written reports.
Attend routine supervision provided by the Chief of MDFT and via consultation with CAF treatment team, Program Manager, and Psychiatrist.
Employee's activities are governed by ABMHC and OMH policy and procedure.
Ability to lift 5 pounds and operate a state vehicle.
Be able to pass CPR and Managing Agitation in the Psychiatric Setting (MAPS) Certification.

This position is 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.

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.

60009307, 60009861

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.

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)?

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.

Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement.

Have you ever held a permanent (full-time equivalent) position with a SC state agency and/or been an employee of a SC school district?

Do you currently work for a SC state facility as a contract employee or as a state employee?

Did you graduate with at least a Master's degree in social work, counseling, guidance, or the social sciences from an accredited university or college?

Please select all of the courses that you completed in graduate school.

Ethics
Psychopathology
Psychodiagnostics
Assessment
None of the above courses have been completed.

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.

How many years of post-graduate clinical experience do you possess?

What evidence-based practice are you proficient in using?

Do you have previous experience with Family Therapy? If so, please advise please type and level of experience.

Do you have a license – LISW-CP, LISW, LMSW, LPC, etc.? If so, what state are you licensed in and how long have you been licensed?

Are you eligible for licensure?

If you are not currently licensed, have you completed all coursework required for the licensure according to SC LLR?

If you are not currently licensed, have you taken and passed the licensure exam? If not, when do you plan to take the exam?

Have you ever 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? If yes, provide a statement explaining the facts, name of the professional licensing board or body, any action taken by that board or body, and your current status with that board or body.

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 that board or body, and your current status with that board or body.

If you are licensed in another state have you consulted with the South Carolina Labor and Licensing Board to see if you are eligible for licensure in South Carolina? Please specify current state licensed in.

How did you hear about our vacancy?