Mental Health Professional I / School and Clinic Based / Counselor - State of South Carolina : Job Details

Salary: $51,039.00 - $59,000.00 AnnuallyLocation : York County, SCJob Type: FTE - Full-TimeJob Number: 165616Agency: Department of Mental Health-MHC CatawbaOpening Date: 06/05/2024Closing Date: 12/31/2024 5:00 PM EasternClass Code:: GA55Position Number:: 60008397Normal Work Schedule:: OtherPay Band: Band 5Opening Date: 06/05/2024EEO 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.Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Although regular hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:30-5:00, some flexibility may be required to meet program needs.Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.Job Responsibilities With 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, Catawba Community Mental Health Center (CCMHC), Catawba Family Center, 448 Lakeshore Parkway, NorthLake II, Rock Hill, SC 29730Under the general supervision of the CAF or School Based Services Supervisor, employee will provide therapeutic and emergency services to Child and Adolescent clients and their families. Will also ensure frequent interaction with other community agencies and maintain positive professional relationships.Responsibilities for this Position Title include but are not limited to:Provide advanced medically necessary clinical services, including but not limited to, assessment, individual, family & group therapy & crisis intervention services to a targeted population of Child and Adolescent clients and their families. Services may be provided in the clinic, in the client's school home, or other community setting. Responsible for case management services for assigned caseload. These services include: referrals, advocacy, interagency staffings, and coordinating care between agencies/service providers as appropriate.Formulate recovery-based plans of care with person centered goals and objectives. Conduct timely reviews and maintain accurate clinical documentation.Attend and participate in Treatment Team meetings/staffings including staffing with MD at CCMHC. Pursue continuing education and training. Maintain positive professional relationships with MHC staff, and community agencies, as well as clients and their families. Work to overcome the stigma of mental illness and mental health services by providing education, training, and support services to the community at large. For MHP Student Loan Repayment:This position MAY be eligible for SCDMH Student Loan Repayment to cover some of the cost of your outstanding loan(s) balance associated with the completion of a healthcare degree that is relevant to the appliable position. Minimum and Additional Requirements State Minimum Requirements:Master's degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences.Agency (Facility) Minimum Requirements:Master's degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences and one (1) year of experience in a clinical counseling program preferred.Note:If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position. Preferred Qualifications Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus Additional Comments Please attach an updated resume.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 Children15 days annual (vacation) leave accrual per year15 days sick leave per year13 paid holidaysPaid Parental LeaveState Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation ProgramsBenefits 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 Have you ever been employed by the SC Department of Mental Health? Yes No 02 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.Please indicate your understanding to this statement by checking the box below. Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement. 03 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? Yes No 04 Did you graduate with at least a Master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences, or a related field? Yes No 05 Have you completed a clinical internship, and/or possess experience in providing direct patient care in a clinical counseling setting? Yes No 06 For the Department of Mental Health, have you been denied a professional license, or had a professional license revoked or limited by, and/or had any discipline or sanction imposed on you or your practice by a professional licensing board or body? Yes No 07 If you answered Yes to the question above, please provide a statement explaining the facts, name of the professional licensing board or body, any action taken by the board or body and your current status with that board or body. 08 How did you hear about our vacancy? SC State jobs portal/careers.sc.gov Simply Hired Indeed College/Alumni Career Services Center Friend/Relative Referral from current DMH Employee Other (commercials, billboards, emails, ads, etc.) - Please specify 09 If you answered Referral from current DMH Employee for question above, please list name below: 10 If you answered Other for question 08, please indicate from where below: 11 Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put negotiable or open ). 12 If you are contacted for an interview, it is requested that you bring a copy of your transcript with you. (Unofficial transcript is acceptable) Checking this box indicates my understanding to the above referenced statement. 13 For credentialing purposes, please attach an updated resume to this application. Checking this box indicates my understanding that the requested resume does not take the place of the application. State applications must be completed in their entirety to be considered for employment. 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