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    Mental Health Professional I - Dorchester, United States - State of South Carolina

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    Salary: $51, $70,054.00 Annually

    Location : Dorchester County, SC

    Job Type: FTE - Full-Time

    Job Number: 161503

    Agency: Department of Mental Health-MHC Charleston-Dorchester

    Opening Date: 03/04/2024

    Closing Date: 5/3/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

    Class Code:: GA55

    Position Number::

    Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

    Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Possible PRN on call if needed.

    Pay Band: Band 5

    Opening Date: 02/09/2024

    EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

    Agency Specific Application Procedures:: You must apply on-line at 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 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, Dorchester Clinic 106 Springview Lane, Summerville SC 29485

    This position will be embedded in St. George Police Department and will collaborate with other Dorchester law enforcement agencies. This position will serve children, adolescents, families, and adults who have witnessed or experienced violence or who have other mental health needs.
    The clinician will be stationed at the police department and work in conjunction with local law enforcement, victim's advocates, and other agencies assisting victims of crime.
    The clinician will ensure appropriate support, have a positive impact on the collaborative relationship with local law enforcement, and will increase access to treatment for this population.

    Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to:
    • Provides individuals and family therapy with a trauma focused approach. Provide other treatment-related services and complete other related administrative functions.
    • Perform assessments and crisis counseling to clients and arrange dispositions for cases requiring a different level of care, including consultation with psychiatrist as necessary.
    Minimum and Additional Requirements

    State Minimum Requirements:
    A master's degree in guidance, counseling, the social sciences or a related field.

    Agency (Facility) Minimum Requirements:
    A master's degree or doctorate degree from an accredited program, university, or college in psychology, social work, counseling, marriage and family counseling or other behavioral discipline deemed equivalent by SCDMH and one (1) year of post graduate experience.

    Special Requirements

    Some positions may require a license in counseling.

    Preferred Qualifications
    • Working knowledge of Mental Health legal principles and practices, of methods, principles and practices of clinical counseling and educational services.
    • Considerable knowledge of psychopathology and patient management in psychiatric settings.
    • Working knowledge of basic health and welfare services provided by other agencies.
    • Ability to effectively plan, coordinate and manage complex treatment and the ability to conduct detailed investigations, draw conclusions and recommended require actions.
    Additional Comments
    • If any of the essentials job duties fall below the "Meets" level, at any time during the rating period the disciplinary process may be initiated.
    • Possible PRN on call if needed.
    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 Employees

    The 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 Benefits
    Eligible 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 Benefits
    State 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 Benefits
    State 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 from an accredited college/university?
    • Yes
    • No
    05

    Do you have at least one (1) year of post graduate experience?
    • 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
    • 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 8 above, please indicate from where below:

    11

    Please indicate your salary requirements (please be specific and not put "negotiable" or "open").

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