Mental Health Professional I - School Mental Health Services (Oconee County)
State of South Carolina
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Mental Health Agent #26-027
State of South Carolina
Department of Probation, Parole & Pardon
Location
South Carolina, 29210
Salary
$57,361 - $60,872
per year
Type
Full Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job involves supervising people on probation or parole who have mental health issues, helping them stay stable by connecting with support services and advocating for their needs.
It requires working closely with various professionals and keeping up with mental health policies and training.
A good fit would be someone with a background in law enforcement or social services who is patient, communicative, and committed to supporting vulnerable individuals.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology, education, counseling, or related field, including at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral sciences
- Two years of experience in criminal justice, counseling, or related human service work
- Current Class 1 (C-1) certification as a law enforcement officer from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy
- Certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council per SC Code of Laws 23-23-40
- Experience in probation and parole work preferred
- Ability to maintain mental health certification through ongoing training
- Substitutions allowed: Associate's degree plus two years military/certified law enforcement experience, or high school diploma plus four years such experience
Full Job Description
*Cherokee & Union. Office Location TBD.
Under the general supervision of the Mental Health Program Manager; the specialized mental health agent will serve as the first line of supervision for a caseload consisting primarily of individuals who are living with a mental illness.
Maintain a professional communication network with internal and external stakeholders, advocate on behalf of those supervised to seek/maintain stability.
Maintain effective knowledge of all areas of mental health supervision, programs, policies and protocols. Participate in trainings and maintain all requirements for Mental Health Certification.
Requirements
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Certification by the Law Enforcement Training Council in accordance with 23-23-40 of the Code of Laws of South Carolina 1976.
NOTE: Must be currently Class 1 (C -1) certified law enforcement officer from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy.
Qualifications
A bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, social work, psychology, sociology, education, counseling or other social behavior sciences or a bachelor’s degree, which includes at least 15 credit hours in the aforementioned disciplines and completion of two (2) years of experience in criminal justice, counseling, or related professional human service work.
Additional Information
Please complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the minimum qualifications for the position.
SCDPPPS DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS ARE CONSIDERED DURING THE INTERVIEW PHASE.
SCDPPPS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is committed to maintaining a workforce that is free of unlawful discrimination, including harassment on the bases of race, color, national origin, religion, age (40+) or disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity).
SCDPPPS DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS ARE CONSIDERED DURING THE INTERVIEW PHASE.
SCDPPPS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is committed to maintaining a workforce that is free of unlawful discrimination, including harassment on the bases of race, color, national origin, religion, age (40+) or disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity).
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