Mental Health Professional II / Adult Services (Beaufort - Coastal Empire)
State of South Carolina
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Mental Health Officer (#012526) Lee Correctional Institution, Bishopville (LEE) Level 3
State of South Carolina
Department of Corrections
Location
South Carolina, 29201
Salary
$56,837 - $66,600
per year
Type
Full-Time
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April 16, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves supporting inmates with mental health issues in a prison setting by helping with daily supervision, group activities, and security tasks like escorts and checks, while working alongside mental health and security teams.
It's a hands-on role that mixes clinical support with custody duties to create a positive environment for those in need.
A good fit would be someone with a background in human services or criminal justice who is compassionate, organized, and comfortable in a structured, high-responsibility environment.
Key Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in human services or criminal justice field
- High school diploma with relevant experience (bachelor's may substitute for experience)
- Ability to complete 8 weeks of SCDC Basic Training
- Experience or knowledge in managing mental health concerns in correctional settings
- Skills in documentation and preparing reports per guidelines
- Capability to conduct psychoeducational groups and pro-social activities
- Comfort with custody duties including escorts, supervision, and suicide watch
Full Job Description
Under general supervision of the Major or Designee,
- Will assist with the management of inmates with mental health concerns in restrictive housing and general population.
- Works closely with mental health and security staff in performing day to day escort and group activities to include a hybrid of security of clinical duties.
- Documents and prepares written reports in accordance with mental health and security guidelines.
- Assist with supervision of inmates by establishing a supportive environment promoting core SCDC values to inmates with mental health needs.
- Under guidance of QMHP conducts psychoeducational groups and other pro-social activities that qualify as out of cell structured time.
- Assist with custody related duties, escorting, supervision of recreation and showers, cell checks, suicide watch/constant observation for inmates in inpatient settings, residential mental health housing units, restrictive housing and general population.
Questions regarding the application process, this job posting or any other postings with the SCDC should be directed to:
Recruiting and Employment Services
(803) 896-1649
(803) 896-1649
Requirements
State of South Carolina Minimum Requirements:
A high school diploma and relevant experience. A bachelor's degree in a related field may substitute for the required experience.
SCDC Minimum Requirements:
A bachelor's degree in human services or criminal justice field.
Additional Information
The South Carolina Department of Corrections is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), 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.
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