Mental Health Professional I

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, Pee Dee Mental Health Center Marion Office, 1100 S. Main Street, Marion, SC 29571.

Under the supervision of the Children Services Supervisor and/or Marion MHC Director provide counseling services to children and their families through the Marion MHC School-Based Counseling Program.

Responsibilities for this Mental Health Professional I position include but are not limited to:

• Provide the following clinical services in a school setting: Crisis Intervention/Management, Assessment, Individual therapy, Group therapy, and Family therapy.

• Document treatment and related services in the client's medical records according to standards set by PDMHC, SCDMH, QA, HIPAA, and Corporate Compliance.

• Attend and complete mandatory in-service trainings, workshops, and meetings to develop and enhance skills and knowledge. Complete all mandatory training which include First Aid, CPR, and BEST/PMBA.

• Attend mandatory staff meetings, treatment team staffing, and provide knowledgeable input. When requested attend interdisciplinary staffing and meetings.

• Maintain a working relationship with other professional staff and coordinate services with community resources as needed.

• Perform other related duties or services as needed.

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: A Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Guidance, or Counseling. One year Post-Masters and Clinical setting experience.

Agency (Facility) Minimum Requirements: A Master's Degree in Psychology, Social Work, Guidance, or Counseling. One year Post-Masters and Clinical setting experience.

Note: If any Agency Requirements are listed above, applicants must also meet those requirements to be considered for the position.

Additional Comments

The selected candidate must have a valid South Carolina Driver's License.

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