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State of South Carolina

Mental Health Professional I - Dist. 5 (Spartanburg)

State of South Carolina, Cayce, South Carolina, United States, 29033

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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 Iwho 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, Spartanburg Area Mental Health Center, 250 Dewey Ave., Spartanburg, SC 29303.

Under limited supervision of the School Mental Coordinator, employee will perform direct School Mental Health services. You will provide a therapeutic program, including prevention and early intervention with youth at risk for social, emotional, behavioral, and/or academic difficulties i designed Spartanburg County Schools in District 5. Increase collaborative efforts between SAMHC, the School Districts, and community organizations all in the implementation process. Provide services in a culturally sensitive manner. Assist direct supervisor with task of increasing public awareness and appropriate utilization of School Mental Health.

Responsibilities for the Mental Health Professional I

Provide Assessment, Individual, Group and Family Therapy services, as well as intake and ongoing assessments, to child, adolescents, and adult SAMHC patients. Develop, implement, monitor and modify treatment plans.

Provide consultation, education, and prevention strategies to families, school personnel etc., relating to community mental health issues. Develop and implement training for staff as requested.

Maintai8n client charts according to requirement of current Quality Assurance manual and assures high quality services have been provided in a culturally sensitive manner to the clients. Maintain compliance with all local, state, and federal Corporate Compliance laws. Adhere to all Corporate compliance, outcome Evaluation, Research, and state Continuity of Care Policies and Procedures. Maintain documentation of clinical services in accordance with State/Center quality Assurance standards.

Attend band participate in required/mandated trainings, supervisory sessions, departmental general staffing, interagency staffings, treatment team meetings, and other scheduled meetings as required by the school and Mental Health Center.

Additional Requirements

A master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social science, or related field.

In order to be credentialed for core services as a Mental Health Professional as 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 may be documented as a practicum or internship during graduate program, or post‑graduate clinical experience. Please be sure to provide specific clinical activities of your application and/or resume.

Licensure us strongly preferred.

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

Post hire, employee must

Have knowledge of normal and abnormal behavior casework practices and interviewing techniques.

Have knowledge of legal principles and practices of clinical counseling and education services, and ability to apply this knowledge.

Have knowledge of methods, principles, and practices of clinical and education services, along with ability to apply this knowledge.

Have ability to organize and maintain a caseload, and effectively plan, coordinate, and manage complex treatment interventions.

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.

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