Salary: $38,985.00 - $72,134.00 AnnuallyLocation : Horry County, SCJob Type: FTE - Full-TimeJob Number: 160590Agency: Department of Mental Health-MHC WaccamawDivision: ConwayOpening Date: 12/02/2024Closing Date: 12/16/2024 12:00 PM EasternClass Code:: GA35Position Number:: 0000000Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)Pay Band: Band 5Opening Date: 01/22/2024EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity EmployerAgency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at www.careers.sc.gov. Follow the status of your application on-line.Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.Job ResponsibilitiesWith our Agency's mission to support the recovery of people with mental illnesses, we provide a complete array of medical and support services for children, adults, and families throughout South Carolina.This position is located at the Department of Mental Health, Waccamaw Center for Mental Health, 164 Waccamaw Medical Park Dr. Conway SC, 29526.THIS POSITION IS REPOSTED*** Previous applicants are still under consideration and do not need to reapply***
- Under General supervision of Ancillary Services, will provide direct client assessments and counseling to the population of the homeless individuals and families who are affected by Mental illness and/or co-occurring services in the WCMH Homeless/Housing Program.
- Provides outreach services to homeless clients with serious mental illness and co-occurring disorders.
- Will assists clients in obtaining and maintain safe, decent and affordable housing. Enters contact data into Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) of South Carolina.
- Provides general mental health, substance abuse and psychosocial assessments in identified local shelters, emergency rooms, probate court and criminal justice systems, A&D Commision, and other identified sites.
- Acts as a liaison between the homeless/housing program and other helping agencies. Assists in facilitating the purchase of supplies for homeless clients. Attends local mental health center staff meetings Attends individual and group supervision meetings.
- Maintains documentation of charts and other records in accordance with the Federal, State, Local, SCDMH, WCMH, QA, Corporate Compliance and CARF standards.
- Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with client, families and representatives of other professional disciplines.
- Ability to communicate effectively. Employee will work in the Conway Clinic in the Housing/Homeless Program.
- Traveling, Lifting and standing required.
- Perform other related duties as required by Supervisor and Executive Director.
Minimum and Additional RequirementsState Minimum Requirements:A bachelor's degree in guidance counseling, or the social sciences and professional experience in human services or social services programs.Agency (Facility) Minimum Requirements: A bachelor's degree in guidance counseling, or the social sciences and professional experience in human services or social services programs.Note:If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position. Preferred QualificationsBilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus. Additional Comments The South Carolina Department of Mental Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Agency. We provide affirmative action and equal opportunity in employment for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability. South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. 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. Please account for any and all gaps of employment in your application. A resume will not be accepted in lieu of application completion nor reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. The South Carolina Department of Mental Health offers an exceptional benefits package for FTE positions that includes:
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year.
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
Benefits for State EmployeesThe 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 BenefitsEligible 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 BenefitsState 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 BenefitsState 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.01 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.
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02 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?
03 Did you graduate with at least a bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university?
04 How did you hear about our vacancy?
- SC State jobs portal/careers.sc.gov
- Indeed
- College/Alumni Career Services Center
- Friend/Relative
- Referral from current DMH Employee
- Other (commercials, billboards, emails, ads, etc.) - Please specify
05 If you answered Referral from current DMH Employee for question above, please list name below: 06 If you answered Other for question #4 above, please indicate from where below: 07 Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put negotiable or open ). Required Question
