mental health agent trainee #24-070 nc - Spartanburg, SC, United States - State of South Carolina

    State of South Carolina
    State of South Carolina Spartanburg, SC, United States

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    Salary: $50, $55,182.00 Annually

    Location : Spartanburg County, SC

    Job Type: FTE - Full-Time

    Job Number: 164456

    Agency: Department of Probation, Parole & Pardon

    Division: Field Office-Spartanburg

    Opening Date: 04/30/2024

    Closing Date: 5/15/2024 5:00 PM Eastern

    Residency Requirement: Yes

    Class Code:: JC32

    Position Number:: NC

    Normal Work Schedule:: Other

    Normal Work Schedule (Other):: 8:00 a. m. - 5:00 p.m.

    Pay Band: Band 5

    Hiring Range - Min.: $50,000.00

    Hiring Range - Max.: $55,182.00

    Opening Date: 04/30/2024

    EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer

    Agency Specific Application Procedures:: All employees interested in applying for the position must apply on-line at no later than 5 p.m. on the closing date.

    Residency Requirement (specifics):: Employees in Probation and Parole Agent Career track positions must reside within the assigned county within which they work. Employees choosing to live outside their assigned county must receive approval from their chain of command.

    Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

    Job Responsibilities

    (If you are currently C-1 Certified, please apply for Job #

    Under the general supervision of the Mental Health Program Manager; the specialized mental health agent will serve as the first line of supervision for a caseload consisting primarily of individuals who are living with a mental illness. Maintain a professional communication network with internal and external stakeholders, advocate on behalf of those supervised to seek/maintain stability. Maintain effective knowledge of all areas of mental health supervision, programs, policies and protocols. Participate in trainings and maintain all requirements for Mental Health Certification.
    Minimum and Additional Requirements

    A bachelor's degree with at least 15 semester hours in social or behavioral science courses; An associate's degree and two (2) years of military or certified law enforcement experience (to include Class 1 or Offender Supervision Specialist experience) may be substituted; or a high school diploma and four (4) years of military or certified law enforcement experience (to include Class 1 or Offender Supervision Specialist experience) may be substituted.
    Preferred Qualifications

    In addition to meeting the minimum requirements, applicants will be required to obtain C-1 law enforcement certification by the SC Criminal Justice Academy within 1 year of employment (12 weeks which includes an 8 week sequestration at the academy).
    Additional Comments

    SCDPPPS DISCIPLINARY ACTIONS ARE CONSIDERED DURING THE INTERVIEW PHASE.

    S.C. Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is a para-military organization. If considered for hire applications are subject to the following: Nelson-Denny Test (Reading Comprehension & Vocabulary test), physical ability test (PAT), background check, credit check, cybervetting check, driving records check, criminal records check, screening for illicit drugs; must undergo a physical exam and psychological exam.

    Please complete the state application to include current and previous work history and education. A resume will not be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the minimum qualifications for the position.

    SCDPPPS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
    The South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services is committed to maintaining a workforce that is free of unlawful discrimination, including harassment on the bases of race, color, national origin, religion, age (40+) or disability, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, or gender identity).

    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

    Must be a legal resident of South Carolina or able to become a resident of South Carolina prior to being hired.
    • Yes
    02

    Must be a United States Citizen
    • Yes
    03

    Must be 21 years of age or older
    • Yes
    04

    Do you meet the minimum requirements according to the job announcement?
    • Yes
    • No
    05

    Please select your highest level of education completed.
    • High School/GED
    • Associate's Degree
    • Bachelor's Degree
    • Master's Degree or higher
    06

    Do you currently have Class 1 certification from the South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy, or are you a certified Class 1 Law Enforcement Officer in another state?

    07

    Must have access to a properly insured vehicle
    • Yes
    08

    Must be willing to use your personal vehicle to make on-site visits (mileage reimbursement paid by state)
    • Yes
    09

    Must possess a valid current South Carolina Driver's License
    • Yes
    10

    Must reside within the assigned county within which you work. Must receive approval from chain of command if choosing to live outside your assigned county.
    • Yes
    • No
    11

    Must have a driving record clear of suspension(s) during the past 5 years as a result of driving under the influence of alcoholic beverages or dangerous drugs, or leaving the scene of an accident.
    • Yes
    12

    Must have a record clear of any conviction for a criminal offense that carried a sentence of one year or more or of any criminal offense that involves domestic violence or moral turpitude (forfeiture of a bond, a guilty pleas, or a plea of nolo contendere is considered the equivalent of a conviction)

    13

    Must be willing to undergo a thorough background investigation to include a credit check and reference check
    • Yes
    14

    Must be willing to undergo a physical exam at your own expense should you be selected for a position
    • Yes
    15

    Willing to be on call 24 hours a day subject to being called to assist in offender-related matters and respond to state emergencies
    • Yes
    16

    Willing to visit offenders' homes, some of which are in dangerous neighborhoods; willing to go into homes that are unkempt and deal with offenders who have poor personal hygiene habits
    • Yes
    17

    Willing to interview victims and their families regarding the release of an inmate
    • Yes
    18

    Willing to tolerate adverse conditions and/or abusive language (for example, catcalls, hecklers, vicious dogs)
    • Yes
    19

    Willing to go into state prisons and local jails to interview offenders
    • Yes
    20

    Willing to work independently, yet make all case decisions in accordance with Department policy and procedures
    • Yes
    21

    Willing to learn and apply restraint procedures in order to deal with resistant violators
    • Yes
    22

    Willing to complete (12) weeks of CJA training and three (3) weeks of PPP Basic training including firearms training and defensive driving
    • Yes
    23

    The Criminal Justice Academy requires all students that carry a chemical weapon as part of their duty equipment, be sprayed during the 12-week law enforcement class
    • Yes
    24

    Willing to certify in firearms training and use possible deadly force, if necessary
    • Yes
    25

    Willing to issue and serve warrants, arrest violators and present cases to the court that might result in an individual's incarceration
    • Yes
    26

    Do you have any relatives currently under supervision of this Department? If yes, provide names and relationship below.

    27

    How did you find out about this position?
    • State Government Website )
    • Career Fair
    • Social Media
    • Friend
    • DPPPS Recruiter
    • DPPPS Employee
    • TV/Streaming
    • Internet/Online Advertisement
    • Other
    28

    If you answered DPPPS Employee or DPPPS Recruiter, please list the name of the employee.

    29

    If you answered Other, please tell us how you learned of this position.

    30

    Are you following SCDPPPS on Facebook and/or Twitter to keep up with SCDPPPS' current job postings?
    • Yes
    • No
    31

    Have you ever done any of the following with SCDPPPS?
    • Volunteer
    • Intern
    • Job Shadow
    • None
    32

    If you have ever volunteered, been an intern, or job shadowed with SCDPPPS, please provide county/location and date.

    33

    Are you currently employed with SCDPPPS?
    • Yes
    • No
    34

    What is your current position and location?

    35

    Please present a brief statement of interests and qualifications for the position you are applying for.

    Required Question