Counselor II / Mobile Crisis Call Center / FTE / Part-Time (Charleston)

State of South Carolina • Charleston County, SC

14d • Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people's lives? Join our team at the Office of Mental Health where we are dedicated to providing compassionate and accessible care to our community. We are seeking a Part-Time Counselor II who is motivated to help individuals and families navigate life's challenges and achieve long-term wellness. If you want to use your skills to build a healthier, more resilient community, we encourage you to apply. This position is located at the SC Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) - Office of Mental Health, Charleston Dorchester Mental Health Center, 2100 Charlie Hall Blvd, Charleston, SC 29414. This clinician will be responsible for answering incoming crisis calls and providing telephonic triage, crisis intervention services, screening and consultation in a culturally competent manner for the Mobile Crisis Call Center. Follow up calls may also be a responsibility of this position, as well as linkage to other emergency services and first responders. Responsible for deploying mobile crisis teams statewide when safety planning is not a viable option.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in guidance, counseling, or the social sciences and professional experience in human services or social services programs.
• This is an essential position and may require some after-hours work to help fill in when staff are out and/or position could be designed for after-hours or weekends.
• The employee is required to have a serviceable personal vehicle and a valid SC driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor's, master's 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 SCOMH.
• Working knowledge of mental health principles and practices.
• Experience working and/or education in the mental health field.
• Good listening skills, good writing skills, and the ability to multitask.
• Working knowledge of basic health and welfare services provided by other agencies in the community.
• Be able to screen, assess and consult with callers.
• Experience in the crisis continuum of care a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide a quality response in a culturally competent manner to callers of the Mobile Crisis Call Center.
• Improve/follow communication, collaboration, and procedures in support of the emergency services continuum of care.
• Knowledgeable of and accountable for Documentation expectations.
• Demonstrate recognition of the importance of collaboration and teamwork within the Center and the community.
• Operate in an efficient and organized manner.
• Retain overall responsibility for meeting Quality Assurance standards.
• Comply with all OMH/CDMHC policies and protocols, applicable Quality Assurance, Corporate Compliance, Cultural Competence, and CARF policies, procedures, and regulations and all Federal and State laws as well as attend all trainings classified as mandatory by Federal and State regulations.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, long-term disability, and life insurance for employees, spouse, and children.
• 15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
• 15 days sick leave per year
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• S.C. Deferred Compensation Program available
• Retirement benefit choices
• State Retirement Plan (SCRS)
• State Optional Retirement Program (State ORP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level