- Maintains a bill-time rate of 860 hours annually.
- Ensures patients are seen in accordance with their needs.
- Completes clinical documentation using collaborative documentation.
- Ensures patient functionality is measured by the DLA-20.
- Participates in clinical supervision, treatment team meetings, pursues professional development, and demonstrates effective use of social and interpersonal knowledge and skills and demonstrates an understanding and appreciation of individual and group differences and similarities.
- Effectively utilizes and maintains certification of evidence-based practices.
- Attends treatment team meetings and provides consultation regarding complex cases as appropriate.
- Reviews caseload weekly for timely discharge, engagement, transition and follow-up.
- Completes documentation according to QA/SCDMH standards, Complies with Corporate Compliance Policy and Risk Management Plan, and Ensures timely completion of prior authorizations.
- Performs other duties as needed.
- One (1) year of post-graduate experience providing counseling/treatment.
- Licensed or licensed eligible by the state of South Carolina and willing to pursue licensure.
- Practical therapeutic knowledge of principles, methods and counseling practices and procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of behavioral and mental disorders.
- Ability to listen and understand and communicate information and ideas so that others will understand.
- Knowledge of psychopathology, family dynamics, family and group psychotherapy.
- Ability to identify and effectively utilize resources available in the community to accomplish objectives.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with individuals, families and representatives of other professional disciplines.
- Ability to present clear and comprehensive oral and written reports.
- Routine supervision provided by supervisor, psychiatrist and monthly consultation groups.
- Employee's activities are governed by ABMHC and SCDMH policy and procedure.
- Ability to lift 5lbs and operate a state vehicle.
- Position is considered essential and may be called back during crises/disasters/emergencies.
- Bilingual abilities in English and Spanish (or another language) are a plus.
- Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
- 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
- 15 days sick leave per year
- 13 paid holidays
- State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs
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Mental Health Professional - Aiken, United States - State of South Carolina
Description
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, Aiken Barnwell Mental Health Center (Barnwell Office) 916 Reynolds Rd.
Job Purpose
Provides evidenced based services (safe, effective and measurable) to promote and support the recovery of persons with mental illness. Guides patients in development of skills or strategies toward achieving and maintaining good mental health.
Job Functions
State Requirements:
A Masters' degree in guidance, counseling or the social sciences or a related field.
Agency Requirements:
Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in SC and willing to work towards licensure in SC.
Must qualify for credentialing and privileging as a mental health professional and in accordance with Quality Assurance standards and with concurrence by DMH Office of Quality Management.
Preferred QualificationsAgency Preference
Note:
If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.
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.
A resume will not be accepted 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:An Opportunity to be part of a multi-disciplinary team that makes a difference in the lives of others.
Gain valuable on the job training, expertise and skills in evidence-based treatment, problem solving, communication and networking. Be part of an innovative and diverse workforce of dedicated public mental health leaders.
Personalized coaching from a Licensed and Experienced Clinician and opportunity for clinical supervision for licensure.
Opportunity for enhanced clinical training through conferences, consultation groups, and trainings on EBPs (Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Substance Use Disorders, EMDR).