Mental Health Professional I

Full Job Description

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, Tri-County Community Mental Health Center, 207 Perry Wiley Way, Chesterfield, SC 29709.

As the Mental Health Professional I, working under direct supervision, you will provide mental health services to patients, primarily adults, within a community mental health program.

Responsibilities for the Mental Health Professional I include:

• Provide outpatient mental health services to TCCMHC patients, primarily adults, using diverse treatment interventions and methods, such as, individual, family, and group therapies, assessments, crisis interventions, and case management. Meets agency patient care hours standards.

Ensure all assigned caseloads and clinical records are in accordance with SCDMH Quality Assurance (QA) standards. Adhere to Corporate Compliance policies and procedures.

Act in a culturally competent manner. Shall comply with the South Carolina Department of Mental Health Compliance Plan and all legal responsibilities and requirements in performing their job duties.

• Utilize collaborative documentation to facilitate effective and efficient provision of therapeutic services.
• Attend and participate in clinical treatment team staffing as scheduled. Attend total staffing, total clinical training, and CAF meetings. Participate in assigned intra-agency committees.
• Promote Center programs and services through outreach, education, and participate in Center-sponsored and community events.

Requirements

• A master’s degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field and professional experience in a human services or social services program.

Additional Requirements:

• Must have valid Driver's License.
• Sitting or standing for long periods of time.
• Lifting requirement of 20 lbs.
• May include routine local travel between three counties served.
• Occasional in-state travel. Minimum overnight travel.
• Position is considered essential and may be called back during crises/disasters/emergencies.

Qualifications

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

Additional Information

Post hire, employees must:

• Have knowledge of and ability to assess for treatment needs, develop complex treatment plans, and provide effective clinical interventions, including crisis intervention and individual, group, and family therapies.
• Have knowledge of casework practices. Ability to organize and maintain a caseload.
• Have knowledge of legal principles and practices. Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws or regulations pertaining to social service programs

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.